
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmhurst Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (16 Rentals)
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2623 U St

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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 | $1,688 | $1,147 | $2,055 |
| Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $1,095 | $4,811 |
| Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $575 | $6,527 |
| Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $1,060 | $8,163 |
| Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $695 | $1,335 |
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There are currently 16 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 Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Wexler | C1 XL Private | 3BR,3BA | $1,244 |
| 1525 22nd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Fairhaven Estates | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, CA
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $0.54 price per square foot C3 Model at Wexler in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $649. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the 3 bedrooms Model at Solana starting at $1,995 with a $2.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wexler | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.54 |
| Solana | 3 bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Reserve at Cadillac Apartments | One Bedroom w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Sierra Regency Apartments | Sierra Grand | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| 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 |
| The Element | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Academy 65 | B1 Semi-Shared | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
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Best Local Schools in Elmhurst, Sacramento, CA
Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary
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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 $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmhurst?
The cheapest apartment in Elmhurst is University River Village which is listed at $1,325, while the average apartment in Elmhurst costs $2,400.
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 16 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 $505 which is $1,895 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmhurst.
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