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The Mezzo
6400 Folsom BlvdSacramento, CA 95819
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East City Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $600 (7 Rentals)
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University River Village
7901 La Riviera DrSacramento, CA 95826
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Riverbridge Apartments
1025 University AveSacramento, CA 95825
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2739 57th St
2739 57th StSacramento, CA 95817
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2117-2125 58th St
2117-2125 58th StSacramento, CA 95817
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6386 14th Ave
6386 14th AveSacramento, CA 95820
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1031-1041 64th St
1031-1041 64th StSacramento, CA 95819
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East City, Sacramento, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East City Studio Apartments | $1,728 | $1,595 | $1,900 |
| East City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,350 | $2,029 |
| East City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $769 | $2,270 |
| East City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $619 | $3,424 |
| East City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $609 | $1,340 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East City Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available East City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East City area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Wexler priced from $619. University River Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable East City apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wexler | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $619 |
| University River Village | Large Classic 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Mezzo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East City, CA
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the East City area is the $2.51 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Mezzo in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,270. The second greatest value East City apartment is the 2DX2 Model at Hornet Commons Student Housing starting at $1,150 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mezzo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Hornet Commons Student Housing | 2DX2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Element Student Living | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Academy 65 | B1 Semi-Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| University River Village | Renovated 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| The Crossings Student Apartments | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Wexler | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East City is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East City?
The cheapest apartment in East City is University River Village which is listed at $1,375, while the average apartment in East City costs $1,710.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East City?
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 25 regular apartments in East City 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 East City?
Cheap apartments in East City have an average cost of $760 which is $950 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East City.
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