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Chinatown, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + priced from $957. RIVER TERRACE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,220. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
RIVER TERRACEThe American1BR,1BA$1,220
Kind WestKind West Studio w/ MezzanineStudio,1BA$1,325
E Street ApartmentsRenovated Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,355
Riverbend Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,375
The HardinStudio with DenStudio,1BA$1,395
Sunset Village Apartments1BR Renovation1BR,1BA$1,450
WoodlandsAspen1BR,1BA$1,470
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,491
The Mod at MidtownS4AStudio,1BA$1,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA

As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.27 price per square foot B3 Model at Capitol Yards in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 3 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated) Model at Creek at 2645 starting at $2,409 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Gateway West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Capitol YardsB32BR,2BA$2.27
Creek at 26453 Bed - 2 Bath (Renovated)3BR,2BA$2.31
MAKERStudioStudio ,1BA$2.35
Governor's Square ApartmentsBartlett1BR,1BA$2.11
Harbor Oaks ApartmentsLexington1BR,1BA$2.49
RIVER TERRACEThe American1BR,1BA$1.79
The Hardin1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
WoodlandsAspen1BR,1BA$2.33
E Street ApartmentsRenovated Studio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.42
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chinatown, Sacramento, CA

Ranked #9

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chinatown is at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + listed at $957.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $1,020 at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chinatown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $1,305 at RIVER TERRACE.

What is the most affordable Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Creek at 2645 and starts from $2,409.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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