Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Glen Elder Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (16 Rentals)

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8142 Scottsdale Dr, Unit Room 1

8142 Scottsdale Dr
SacramentoCA95828

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Continental Terrace
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$1,154 - $1,508
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 22

Continental Terrace

6921 Lewiston WaySacramento, CA 95828
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Garden Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Village

6601 Sunnyslope DrSacramento, CA 95828
  • Utilities Included

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Willow Glen Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Glen Apartments

7474 La Mancha WaySacramento, CA 95823
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Glen Elder, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Glen Elder Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Glen Elder area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Breckenridge Village Apartments priced from $1,226. Florin Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Glen Elder apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Breckenridge Village ApartmentsThe Atrium2BR,1BA$1,226
Florin Woods Apartments1bed_600Sqft1BR,1BA$1,250
Sommerset PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,333
5726 Falconer Way2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,350
Courtyard CottagesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,353

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Elder, CA

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glen Elder area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Pacific Rim Apartments in the in the Parkway neighborhood starting from $1,846. The second greatest value Glen Elder apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Sommerset Place starting at $1,876 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Cordova neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glen Elder apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacific Rim Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.68
Sommerset PlaceThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.75
The Meridian2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.83
Southwind Court Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.89
Breckenridge Village ApartmentsThe Atrium2BR,1BA$1.48
5726 Falconer Way2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.80
Greenridge Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$1.91
Whitewillow Glen1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.16
Courtyard CottagesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.01
Florin Woods Apartments1bed_600Sqft1BR,1BA$1.95

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Find the perfect student rental in Sacramento. A local's guide to the best neighborhoods and housing near UC Davis, Sacramento State, and American River College (ARC), covering Midtown, East Sac, and more.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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Glen Elder, Sacramento, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glen Elder Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Glen Elder?

The cheapest apartment in Glen Elder is Florin Woods Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Glen Elder costs $1,877.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Glen Elder?

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 6 regular apartments in Glen Elder that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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