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property at 3736 Astoria St

$1,049 - $1,199

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3736 Astoria St

SacramentoCA95838

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Sacramento's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 1416 T St

$1,275

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1416 T St

SacramentoCA95811

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North Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at River Garden Estates priced from $898. Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $957. Here are the most affordable North Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$898
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
Fairway Apartments291BR,1BA$1,000
The Golden LoftsEfficiency UnitsStudio,1BA$1,100
Coralaire ApartmentsThe Pine1BR,1BA$1,175
D Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Cornerstone SeniorMid-Size One Bedroom One Bathroom (Hallway)1BR,1BA$1,200
2300-2306 G St1/11BR,1BA$1,200
Carson AireTraditional 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,220
RIVER TERRACEThe American1BR,1BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Sacramento, CA

As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Sacramento area is the $1.74 price per square foot 1701 P St Model at 1701 P St, Unit A -Downstairs in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value North Sacramento apartment is the 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms Model at Mallard Creek Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1701 P St, Unit A -Downstairs1701 P St2BR,1BA$1.74
Mallard Creek Apartments3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.55
Sierra Lofts2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.72
River Garden Estates3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.86
The Oaks at Bell2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.68
SUR ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.70
Parkside Villa ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$1.70
Villa Capri Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.65
Country Club GardensBirch1BR,1BA$1.71
Wind Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.63

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North Sacramento, Sacramento, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Northeast Central Sacramento. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Sacramento Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Sacramento?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Sacramento is under $1,220.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Sacramento?

The cheapest apartment in North Sacramento is Fairway Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in North Sacramento costs $2,510.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Sacramento?

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 66 regular apartments in North Sacramento 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 North Sacramento?

Cheap apartments in North Sacramento have an average cost of $1,420 which is $1,090 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Sacramento.

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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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.