
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Greens Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (31 Rentals)
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College Greens, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Greens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Greens Studio Apartments | $1,569 | $1,225 | $1,824 |
| College Greens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $1,329 | $3,256 |
| College Greens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $575 | $3,953 |
| College Greens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $951 | $4,113 |
| College Greens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $705 | $1,875 |
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Cheapest Available College Greens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Greens area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living priced from $575. Wexler has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,201. Here are the most affordable College Greens apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $575 |
| Wexler | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,201 |
| Fair Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Howe Manor East | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
| Falls at Arden | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| University River Village | Renovated 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Archer | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,388 |
| Aspire Sacramento | 1x1-600 | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| ReNew Arden | Folsom | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
| California Center Apartments | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Greens, CA
As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Greens area is the $1.89 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Reserve at Cadillac Apartments in the in the River Park neighborhood starting from $1,989. The second greatest value College Greens apartment is the Plan C Model at Estates at Wilhaggin starting at $1,795 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the College - Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Greens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Cadillac Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| Estates at Wilhaggin | Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| The Mezzo | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.91 |
| Wexler | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Los Olivos | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Rosemont Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Hornet Commons Student Housing | 2DX2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Element Student Living | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Academy 65 | B1 Semi-Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
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Best Local Schools in College Greens, Sacramento, CA
Hubert H. Bancroft Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Greens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in College Greens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in College Greens is under $1,447.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Greens?
The cheapest apartment in College Greens is Fair Oaks Apartments which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in College Greens costs $2,175.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Greens?
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 50 regular apartments in College Greens 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 College Greens?
Cheap apartments in College Greens have an average cost of $543 which is $1,632 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Greens.
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