
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Riviera Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $900 (18 Rentals)
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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 | $1,437 | $1,200 | $1,614 |
| La Riviera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,325 | $4,638 |
| La Riviera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,101 | $1,400 | $6,212 |
| La Riviera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,461 | $1,695 | $6,250 |
| La Riviera 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,875 | $1,875 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Riviera Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at Fair Oaks Apartments priced from $1,150. The Canopy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable La Riviera apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Canopy | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Eleven Hundred | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Artisan Square | The Impressionist | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| University River Village | Large Classic 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Riviera, CA
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Riviera area is the $1.77 price per square foot The Percheron Model at Selby Ranch Apartment Homes in the in the College - Glen neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value La Riviera apartment is the 1034 Model at 2504 Memory Lane starting at $1,850 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Del Paso Manor 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selby Ranch Apartment Homes | The Percheron | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| 2504 Memory Lane | 1034 | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| American River Commons | Huntington Lake | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Oaks at Bell | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Peacock Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| California Center Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Estates at Wilhaggin | Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Carla by Trion Living | 2x1R | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Monte Bello Apartments | Milan | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Los Olivos | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLa Riviera, Sacramento, CA
Ranked #43
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in La Riviera, Sacramento, CA
Isador Cohen Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including La Riviera, Sacramento, and the greater Sacramento area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the La Riviera Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,431.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Riviera?
The cheapest apartment in La Riviera is The Canopy which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in La Riviera costs $2,350.
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 9 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 $622 which is $1,728 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Riviera.
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