
Homes for Rent in Sacramento, CA Under $3,000 (429 Rentals)


1402 Commons Dr

8255 Point Arena Ct

2723 Donner Way

1015 27th St

1089 6th Ave

5405 Washoe St

2509 Villa Terrace Ln

5350 Dunlay Dr, Unit 2117

1940 65th Ave
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5614 Tarwood Way

9615 Harvest View Way

3055 Brunnet Ln

4237 Malta Island St

2525 Villa Terrace Ln

4474 Louvre Ln

1926 Ivycrest Way

2135 39th St

3724 Hovnanian Dr

9149 Thilow Dr
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4317 Stockbridge Ave

530 Candela Cir

2809 Conway Ct

2460 Ben Ali Way

1796 Mammoth Way

5230 Wadsworth Ct

17 Rio Viale Ct

977 Scenic Sky Ln

1653 Robin Hood Ct

2448 Boxwood St
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500 N St

4061 32nd St

4529 Olympiad Way

135 Saginaw Cir

7608 Darla Way

2060 Blackridge Ave

8824 Little John Ct

2081 Wakefield Way

10 Paramount Cir

8272 Arroyo Vista Dr
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6892 Cal Valley Way

5020 Tacomic Dr

7668 Eastbreeze Cir

2840 Belden St

2840 Belden St

4214 Zephyr Way

1856 51st St

7328 Del Coronado Way

8165 La Almendra Way

3449 Birch Tree Way
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Sacramento?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,026 | $1,295 | $3,300 |
| Sacramento 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,649 | $750 | $7,500 |
| Sacramento 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,989 | $2,400 | $4,490 |
| Sacramento 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,727 | $2,678 | $6,750 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Sacramento?
There are currently 3474 Apartments for Rent in Sacramento, CA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $7,070. There are also 478 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sacramento ranging from $750 to $7,500.
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 $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,391.
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 $898 to $7,070, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $695.
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Finding an Affordable Gem: A Sacramento Locals Guide to the Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Carrie Catalano
Hi there, I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Sacramento, California. I was born and raised in Sacramento, and started my own family here.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.