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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $600 (21 Rentals)
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$860 - $1,4892 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Axis at Davis
2555 Research Park DrDavis, CA 95618
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$1,100 - $3,5422 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Octave
1659 Drew CirDavis, CA 95618
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$1,219 - $3,6002 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sharps & Flats
1660 Drew CirDavis, CA 95618
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$1,250 - $4,3503 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Avalon
1617 Valdora StDavis, CA 95618
647 D St
DavisCA95616
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$1,575 - $1,7851 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Academy Lane Apartment Homes
1124 F StDavis, CA 95616
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$1,6551 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
J Street
1111 J StDavis, CA 95616
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$1,685 - $2,200Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
I Street Apartments
401-403 I StDavis, CA 95616
836-838 Douglass Ave
DavisCA95616
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$1,714 - $3,3451 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 4
Parkside Apartments
1420 F StDavis, CA 95616
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$1,745 - $2,2451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
University Square Apartments
300 J StDavis, CA 95616
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
720 D Street
720 D StDavis, CA 95616
503 1st St
DavisCA95616
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Camellia Apartments
505-525 I StDavis, CA 95616
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411 1st St
411 1st StDavis, CA 95616
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162j
224 A StDavis, CA 95616
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Campus Manor
230 A StDavis, CA 95616
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Cascade Davis LLC
771 Pole Line RdDavis, CA 95618
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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 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Core Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Core area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Axis at Davis priced from $860. Octave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Core apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Axis at Davis | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $860 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Academy Lane Apartment Homes | The Graduate | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| University Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Core, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Core area is the $1.65 price per square foot Residence 3 Model at Sharps & Flats in the in the 1917 Core neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Downtown Core apartment is the D1 Model at Sterling 5th Street starting at $1,389 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the 1917 Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Core apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Sharps & Flats | Residence 3 | 4BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Sterling 5th Street | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| Axis at Davis | C4-ALT | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Octave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Cascade Davis LLC | Leasing for Fall 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Spoke | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Cottages on 5th | Cottages on 5th | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| I Street Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Davis Creek | 1x1 Mobile Home | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Oakshade Commons | 4x3 Flat Pricing Per Bed | 4BR,3BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Core Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Core Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Core Apartment is $1,575 at Academy Lane Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Core Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Core is starting from $894 at Axis at Davis.
What is the most affordable Downtown Core Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Core Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Axis at Davis and starts from $860.
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Written by: Carrie Catalano
Hi there! I'm Carrie, your local Sacramento guide, and I've called this incredible city home for over 20 years.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.