Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $900 (24 Rentals)

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331 J StSacramento, CA 95814

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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. Track 281 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,202. 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
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,202
RIVER TERRACEThe American1BR,1BA$1,220
Kind DowntownKind DT Studio w/MezzanineStudio,1BA$1,399
Discover Timeless Charm in the Heart of it...0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, CA

As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.14 price per square foot 1 Bed townhome Model at The Hardin in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the The Marcato Model at Adagio Apartment Homes starting at $2,212 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Sundance Lake 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.
The Hardin1 Bed townhome1BR,1BA$2.14
Adagio Apartment HomesThe Marcato2BR,2BA$2.03
The Vue on Seamist2 Bedroom 2 bath- Renovated Plus2BR,2BA$2.28
Riverbend Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.29
Harbor Oaks ApartmentsPolo1BR,1BA$2.26
Discover Timeless Charm in the Heart of it...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Creek at 26451 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$2.17
RIVER TERRACEThe American1BR,1BA$1.79
WoodlandsAspen1BR,1BA$2.37
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 neighborhoods in Sacramento, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 Meadowbrook Apartments and starts from $1,900.

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