
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA (59 Rentals)


Greenhaus

Tanglewood

Pennsylvania Place

J Street

Cambridge House Apartments

The Arbors

University Square Apartments

Academy Lane Apartment Homes
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Viking Apartments

Meridian Place

Redwood Tree Apartments

805 H St

819 H St

815 Sweetbriar Rd

836-838 Douglass Ave

231 3rd St

647 D St
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503 1st St

301 7th St

Mission Villas Condominiums

828 D St

394 E 8th St

203 1st St

UC Davis University - Solano Park Apartments

246-248 Rice Ln

512 I St

1225 Olive Dr
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406 9th St

212 University Ave

Alta Vista Apartments

1111 H St

416-420 J St

109-117 C St

1007 3rd St

805 11th St

162j

720 D Street
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St. George Apartments

Sterling 5th Street

Stratford Place Apartments

316 I St

426 E 8th St

750 B St

Kings & Queens Apartments

Bel Aire Apartments

Cesar Chavez Plaza
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Downtown Core, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Core?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Core Studio Apartments | $2,092 | $1,685 | $2,500 |
Downtown Core 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $1,500 | $3,150 |
| Downtown Core 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $600 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Core 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,007 | $860 | $3,995 |
| Downtown Core 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,776 | $899 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown Core 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Core area of Sacramento, CA is found at Meridian Place and is listed at 940 square feet priced from $3,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Place | 1 Bedroom | 940 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
| Redwood Tree Apartments | 1X1 Type A | 660 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 659 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| University Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 570 Sq Ft | $1,745 |
| Academy Lane Apartment Homes | The Graduate | 480 Sq Ft | $1,575 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Core 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Core of Sacramento, CA is the The Graduate Model starting from $1,575 at Academy Lane Apartment Homes. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Core is currently $1,864. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Lane Apartment Homes | The Graduate | $1,575 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | $1,600 |
| University Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $1,745 |
| Redwood Tree Apartments | 1X1 Type A | $1,995 |
| Meridian Place | 1 Bedroom | $3,150 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Core Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Core Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Core is $1,864.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Core Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Core is a 940 square feet unit starting from $3,150 at Meridian Place.
What is the average size for Downtown Core 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Core is currently 1,500 sq ft.
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