Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (12 Rentals)

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Lofts at Globe Mills
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at Globe Mills

1131 C StSacramento, CA 95814
Senior Living
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D Street Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

D Street Apartments

2812-2814 D StSacramento, CA 95816
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La Valentina
3 Bedroom Apartments

La Valentina

331-429 12th StSacramento, CA 95814
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728 E St
1 Bedroom Apartments

728 E St

728 E StSacramento, CA 95814
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Braden Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Braden Manor

2323-2325 H StSacramento, CA 95816

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Central Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at City Park priced from $1,295. The Kress Royal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Central Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City ParkThe AtriumStudio,1BA$1,295
The Kress RoyalStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Alexander's Place Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,425
E Street ApartmentsRenovated Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,430
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,470

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Sacramento, CA

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Sacramento area is the $1.84 price per square foot 808 E St Model at 808 E St, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,559. The second greatest value Central Sacramento apartment is the 1 Bed townhome Model at The Hardin starting at $2,350 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
808 E St, Unit 2808 E St2BR,1BA$1.84
The Hardin1 Bed townhome1BR,1BA$2.14
2623 H St, Unit C2623 H St1BR,1BA$2.26
Lofts11D1BR,1BA$2.50
2810 H StUnder Renovation!1BR,1BA$2.12
The Cathedral Building1 Bed 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$2.59
The M.A.Y. BuildingFloor Plan 21BR,1BA$2.53
Alexander's Place Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Capitol View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.59
E Street ApartmentsRenovated Studio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.55

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Sacramento, Sacramento, and the greater Sacramento area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Central Sacramento Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

96 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Sacramento Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central Sacramento?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Sacramento is under $1,600.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Sacramento?

The cheapest apartment in Central Sacramento is The Kress Royal which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in Central Sacramento costs $3,232.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Sacramento?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Central Sacramento that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Sacramento?

Cheap apartments in Central Sacramento have an average cost of $101 which is $3,131 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Sacramento.

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