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Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +
420 I StSacramento, CA 95814
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (38 Rentals)
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1113-1117 T St
SacramentoCA95811
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Howe Manor Apartments
950 Howe AveSacramento, CA 95825
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from $1,150Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 10
Clarendon House
1128 2nd StSacramento, CA 95814
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Woodlake Terrace Apartments
53 Dean RdSacramento, CA 95815
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Summer Trace Apartments
2288-2299 Eden Roc LnSacramento, CA 95825
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The Kress Royal
818 K StSacramento, CA 95814
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1125 F St
SacramentoCA95814
2320 G St
SacramentoCA95816
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Howe
610 Howe AveSacramento, CA 95825
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Varenna Senior Apartments (Senior Living)
2351 Wyda WaySacramento, CA 95825
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West Capital Courtyard Apartments
685 Lighthouse DrWest Sacramento, CA 95605
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Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Sacramento?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Sacramento Studio Apartments | $1,757 | $957 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $1,020 | $8,356 |
| Downtown Sacramento 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,838 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,251 | $700 | $4,741 |
| Downtown Sacramento 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $675 | $2,350 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Sacramento Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + priced from $957. Wexler has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable Downtown Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $957 |
| Wexler | C1 XL Private | 3BR,3BA | $1,240 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Summer Trace Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Liv1621 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Howe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Kind West | Kind West Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Kress Royal | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| McClatchy Hillside apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Howe Manor East | 1x1 680 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sacramento, CA
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sacramento area is the $1.49 price per square foot Hurley Place Model at Hurley Place in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downtown Sacramento apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Oaks at Bell starting at $1,699 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurley Place | Hurley Place | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| The Oaks at Bell | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Peacock Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Ravello Apartments | 2X1.5 Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
| Sierra Regency Apartments | Sierra Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Twelve55 Living | Room in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Academy 65 | B1 Semi-Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Veranda at the Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Arden Bell Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA
William Land Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-6 (351)
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central Sacramento. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Sacramento Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Sacramento?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Sacramento is under $1,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Sacramento?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Sacramento is Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + which is listed at $1,020, while the average apartment in Downtown Sacramento costs $2,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Sacramento?
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 153 regular apartments in Downtown Sacramento 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 Downtown Sacramento?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Sacramento have an average cost of $554 which is $2,146 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Sacramento.
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