Cheap Homes for Rent in the Metro Center Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $1,525 (6 Rentals)

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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 $1,284. River Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Metro Center apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Track 281 ApartmentsStudio AB UpstairsStudio,1BA$1,284
River TerraceThe American1BR,1BA$1,300
River Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,430

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro Center, CA

As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metro Center area is the $2.12 price per square foot Palomino Interior Model at Harbor Oaks Apartments in the in the Gateway West neighborhood starting from $2,180. The second greatest value Metro Center apartment is the The Ketch Model at Delta Pointe Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $2.34 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.
Harbor Oaks ApartmentsPalomino Interior2BR,2BA$2.12
Delta Pointe ApartmentsThe Ketch1BR,1BA$2.34
Woodbridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.12
Natomas Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.92
Rivercourt Apartments1 BR, 1 BA - Market1BR,1BA$2.32
Pheasant PointeCypress1BR,1BA$2.29
River TerraceThe American1BR,1BA$1.91
WoodlandsCyprus1BR,1BA$2.30
Riverglen Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.29
River Pointe1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.18

Frequently Asked Questions about Metro Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Metro Center?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Metro Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,290 to $5,496. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metro Center ranging from $1,525 to $4,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Metro Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Metro Center ranges from $1,525 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,734.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Metro Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Metro Center range from $2,167 to $3,482, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,295 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,645 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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