
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $1,100 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Sacramento area of Sacramento.


1010 10th St, Unit 1010-8

1321 E St, Unit 6

2253 2nd Ave

2701 San Fernando Way
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888 Woodside Ln E

2383 Arden Wy, Unit 6

1119 Lochbrae Rd

887 Woodside Ln E

5700 State Ave, Unit 5700 State Ave - ADU
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719 19th St

3644 1st Ave

2612 F St, Unit A

2229 Woodside Ln

919 Bell St, Unit C
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1915 10th St

3500 Y St
Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Sacramento?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Sacramento 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,447 | $1,650 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Sacramento 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,088 | $2,050 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Sacramento 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,442 | $3,000 | $3,995 |
| Downtown Sacramento 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,490 | $4,490 | $4,490 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Lofts at Globe Mills priced from $587. Wong Center Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $723. Here are the most affordable Downtown Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at Globe Mills | Senior Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $587 |
| Wong Center Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $723 |
| Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $957 |
| 1816 F St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| La Valentina Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sacramento, CA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sacramento area is the $0.62 price per square foot D2 Model at The Crossings Student Apartments in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $929. The second greatest value Downtown Sacramento apartment is the THE CASCADES Model at Fountains at Point West starting at $1,911 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossings Student Apartments | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.62 |
| Fountains at Point West | THE CASCADES | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 289 3rd St, Unit 4 | 289 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 4439 V St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Veranda at the Park | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Peacock Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 719 19th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Hornet Commons Student Housing | 2DX2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 1615 W St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Wong Center Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Sacramento
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Sacramento?
There are currently 1587 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sacramento, CA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $7,700. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Sacramento ranging from $1,300 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Sacramento?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Sacramento ranges from $1,300 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,040.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Sacramento?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Sacramento range from $755 to $7,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,050 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.
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