Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northgate Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (8 Rentals)
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Northgate, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northgate?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northgate Studio Apartments | $1,984 | $1,239 | $2,200 |
Northgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $850 | $3,620 |
Northgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $1,450 | $4,360 |
Northgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $898 | $4,242 |
Northgate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,590 | $988 | $3,982 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northgate Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Northgate Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northgate area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at River Garden Estates priced from $898. RIVER TERRACE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,220. Here are the most affordable Northgate apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $898 |
RIVER TERRACE | The American | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northgate, CA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northgate area is the $0.86 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Garden Estates in the in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood starting from $898. The second greatest value Northgate apartment is the Catamaran Model at Delta Pointe Apartments starting at $1,960 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the South Natomas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northgate apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Delta Pointe Apartments | Catamaran | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
Woodlake Close | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
Natomas Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
River Walk Villas | 2BR/ 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
Creek at 2645 | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
RIVER TERRACE | The American | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Pheasant Pointe | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Woodbridge Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthgate, Sacramento, CA
Ranked #72
Among neighborhoods in Sacramento, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Northgate, Sacramento, CA
Hazel Strauch Elementary
Rio Tierra Junior High
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Getting Around the Northgate Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northgate Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northgate?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northgate is under $1,530.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northgate?
The cheapest apartment in Northgate is RIVER TERRACE which is listed at $1,220, while the average apartment in Northgate costs $2,807.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northgate?
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 3 regular apartments in Northgate 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 Northgate?
Cheap apartments in Northgate have an average cost of $1,418 which is $1,389 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northgate.
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