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Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sacramento, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Sacramento, CA area range in price from $750 to $19,995 with an overall median price of $3,920. The three Sacramento neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Noralto at $1,420, South Hagginwood at $1,250, and Cordova at $1,450. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sacramento Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Noralto$1,595$1,4203
South Hagginwood$1,622$1,2503
Cordova$2,050$1,4507
Parkway South Sacramento$2,050$75014
Chinatown$2,195$2,1951
Arden Manor$2,240$1,49511
Tahoe South Park$2,250$2,2501
Old North Sacramento$2,295$1,5959
Woodlake$2,295$1,49510
Laguna West$2,399$2,3991

Cheapest Available Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at River Garden Estates in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood priced from $898. Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $957. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sacramento apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$898
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$994
Fair Oaks Heights ApartmentsAmbasador1BR,1BA$1,000
Northlake Senior Apartments (55+)1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,042
Parkway TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,045
SolanaStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Delta Cove Apartments, LLC1 Bed/1 Bath #911BR,1BA$1,095
Fairway Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sacramento area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2051 56th Ave Model at 2051 56th Ave in the in the Meadowview neighborhood starting from $2,425. The second greatest value Sacramento apartment is the Unit #24 Model at Winding Creek Townhomes starting at $1,995 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2051 56th Ave2051 56th Ave2BR,2BA$1.52
Winding Creek TownhomesUnit #242BR,1.5BA$1.53
Hurley PlaceHurley Place2BR,2BA$1.49
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.86
Wind Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.53
Walnut Avenue Apartments1x1 ( downstairs)1BR,1BA$1.50
Bell Acqua1x11BR,1BA$1.50
Academy 65B1 Semi-Shared2BR,2BA$1.02
Northlake Senior Apartments (55+)1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.51
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$1.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sacramento

What type of rentals are currently available in Sacramento?

There are currently 3458 Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $12,225. There are also 486 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sacramento ranging from $750 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sacramento?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sacramento ranges from $750 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,305.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sacramento?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sacramento range from $700 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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