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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmhurst Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (17 Rentals)
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2320 G St
SacramentoCA95816
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$1,095 - $1,395Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
D Street Apartments
2812-2814 D StSacramento, CA 95816
3019 8th Ave
SacramentoCA95817
2017 30th St
SacramentoCA95817
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2553 27th St
SacramentoCA95818
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Elmhurst, Sacramento, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmhurst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $1,777 | $1,195 | $3,500 |
| Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $850 | $4,776 |
| Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $575 | $6,540 |
| Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $649 | $6,990 |
| Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $981 | $739 | $1,230 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elmhurst Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmhurst area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living priced from $575. D Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Elmhurst apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $575 |
| D Street Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Carol Manor | 1b1b B | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 2300-2306 G St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Wexler | C1 XL Private | 3BR,3BA | $1,244 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, CA
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $1.76 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Reserve at Cadillac Apartments in the in the River Park neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the Sierra Peak Model at Sierra Regency Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Cadillac Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
| Sierra Regency Apartments | Sierra Peak | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Rivercrest Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Twelve55 Living | Room in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Peacock Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 2810 H St | 1bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Hornet Commons Student Housing | 2DX2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 2218 H St, Unit 00 | 2218 H St | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 2300-2306 G St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 2610 N St | 1 Bd 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleElmhurst, Sacramento, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Elmhurst, Sacramento, CA
Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary
Sacramento City Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (655)
8 out of 10
Omoja International Academy
Sacramento City Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-12 (536)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Elmhurst Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmhurst Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elmhurst?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elmhurst is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmhurst?
The cheapest apartment in Elmhurst is D Street Apartments which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Elmhurst costs $2,353.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elmhurst?
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 114 regular apartments in Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst?
Cheap apartments in Elmhurst have an average cost of $751 which is $1,602 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmhurst.
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