
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Riviera Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $900 (69 Rentals)
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8616 Midfield Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

Fair Oaks Apartments

Rosemont Terrace

Marigold Lane Apartments

Larkspur

Heatherwood Apartments

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1241 Morse Ave, Unit 2

Howe Manor East Apartments
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The Archer

908 Dornajo Way

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University River Village

Aspire Sacramento

The Confluence

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The Eleven Hundred
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The Luxe Apartments

Ravello Apartments

American River Commons

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Enclave at Tiber Station

2405 Cava Ct, Unit 4, Unit 4

Falls at Arden

901 Carro Dr

905 Carro Dr, Unit 1

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1238 Crisp Ct

Juniper

The Phoenix Sacramento

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Los Olivos

Estates at Wilhaggin

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Birchwood Gardens

The Retreat

Ten Forty

Vivleo Apartments

Fulton Apartments

Northrop Apartments

2308 Villanova Cir

The Canopy

9071 Montoya St
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La Riviera, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Riviera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Riviera Studio Apartments | $1,468 | $1,200 | $1,640 |
| La Riviera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $1,300 | $3,441 |
| La Riviera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $1,395 | $3,759 |
| La Riviera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $2,125 | $4,136 |
| La Riviera 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,875 | $1,875 |
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Cheapest Available La Riviera Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Riviera area of Sacramento, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Fair Oaks Apartments priced from $1,300. The Canopy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,321. Here are the most affordable La Riviera apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Canopy | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,321 |
| Heatherwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Howe Manor East Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Archer | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,389 |
| Willow Grove Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Aspire Sacramento | 1x1-575 | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Garden Club Apartments | GC 1 BED 1 BATH D | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| California Center Apartments | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Riviera, CA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Riviera area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3x2 Renovated Apartment Model at University River Village in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,345. The second greatest value La Riviera 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 La Riviera apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University River Village | 3x2 Renovated Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Sierra Regency Apartments | Sierra Peak | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| The Carla by Trion Living | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Juniper | 2d | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Marigold Lane Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Peacock Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Los Olivos | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Rosemont Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Garden Club Apartments | GC 1 BED 1 BATH D | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Howe Manor East Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Best Local Schools in La Riviera, Sacramento, CA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Riviera Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in La Riviera?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in La Riviera is under $1,447.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Riviera?
The cheapest apartment in La Riviera is Fair Oaks Apartments which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in La Riviera costs $2,509.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Riviera?
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 11 regular apartments in La Riviera 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 La Riviera?
Cheap apartments in La Riviera have an average cost of $890 which is $1,619 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Riviera.
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