Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Metro Center Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $700 (55 Rentals)

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Core Natomas
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$2,161 - $9,894
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Core Natomas

2745 Orchard LnSacramento, CA 95833
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River Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Pointe

2361 Oak Harbour DrSacramento, CA 95833

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Pheasant Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pheasant Pointe

2660 Stonecreek DrSacramento, CA 95833
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Atrium Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Court

3801 Duckhorn DrSacramento, CA 95834
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The Offset
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Offset

3610 Duckhorn DrSacramento, CA 95834
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Tanzanite
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tanzanite

2490 Quiet Trail LnSacramento, CA 95834

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850 on the Avenue
$1,771 - $10,030
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850 on the Avenue

850 Sacramento AveWest Sacramento, CA 95605
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Hunter's Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hunter's Pointe

900 Todhunter AveWest Sacramento, CA 95605
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The Rivers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Rivers

750 Dorothy Adamo LnWest Sacramento, CA 95605
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Rivergate Apartments
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Rivergate Apartments

900-924 Simon TerWest Sacramento, CA 95605
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Metro Center, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Metro Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Metro Center area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at Track 281 Apartments priced from $1,365. River Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,447. Here are the most affordable Metro Center apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,365
River TerraceThe Sacramento2BR,2BA$1,447
WoodlandsCyprus1BR,1BA$1,450
Riverbend Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
River Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,490
Woodbridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,490
Laurel OaksLIVE OAK1BR,1BA$1,499
The Vue on SeamistAspen One Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,499
Riverglen Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,499
Rivercourt Apartments2 BR, 2 BA - 60% AMI2BR,2BA$1,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro Center, CA

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metro Center area is the $2.32 price per square foot Residence 6 Upgraded Model at Larkspur Woods Apartment Homes in the in the Sundance Lake neighborhood starting from $2,994. The second greatest value Metro Center apartment is the 3X2D1-Remodel Model at Riverview Ranch Apartments starting at $2,442 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Gateway West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metro Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Larkspur Woods Apartment HomesResidence 6 Upgraded3BR,2BA$2.32
Riverview Ranch Apartments3X2D1-Remodel3BR,2BA$2.31
Pheasant PointeMagnolia2BR,1BA$2.08
850 on the AvenueA21BR,1BA$2.28
River TerraceThe Sacramento2BR,1BA$1.82
Delta Pointe ApartmentsThe Ketch1BR,1BA$2.06
Rivercourt Apartments1 BR, 1 BA - Market1BR,1BA$2.25
Woodbridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.27
River Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.27
Riverglen Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.29

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

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including Sacramento. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metro Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Metro Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Metro Center is at Track 281 Apartments listed at $1,365.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Metro Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metro Center Apartment is $1,450 at Woodlands.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Metro Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Metro Center is starting from $1,447 at River Terrace.

What is the most affordable Metro Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Metro Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Delta Pointe Apartments and starts from $2,190.

Expert Rental Resources

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