
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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Colonial Heights, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colonial Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights Studio Apartments | $1,702 | $1,097 | $1,900 |
| Colonial Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $1,250 | $2,595 |
| Colonial Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $575 | $3,590 |
| Colonial Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $1,065 | $3,424 |
| Colonial Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,119 | $695 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Colonial Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colonial Heights area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living priced from $575. Fairhaven Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Colonial Heights apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $575 |
| Fairhaven Estates | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Edge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, CA
As of February 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Heights area is the $0.54 price per square foot C3 Model at Wexler in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $649. The second greatest value Colonial Heights apartment is the 3 bedrooms Model at Solana starting at $1,995 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colonial Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wexler | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.54 |
| Solana | 3 bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 4481 25th Ave, Unit 4507 | 4481 25th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Hollywood Gardens | 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Hornet Commons Student Housing | 2DX2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Academy 65 | B1 Semi-Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Greenridge Apartments | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Edge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Carabay Apartments - Gated Community Featuring 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments! | 1/1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
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Best Local Schools in Colonial Heights, Sacramento, CA
Mark Twain Elementary
West Campus High School
Will C. Wood Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonial Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Colonial Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Colonial Heights is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colonial Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Colonial Heights is The Edge which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Colonial Heights costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colonial Heights?
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 17 regular apartments in Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights?
Cheap apartments in Colonial Heights have an average cost of $449 which is $1,951 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colonial Heights.
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