
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $900 (31 Rentals)
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Clarendon House

The Riverview (55+)

Kind Downtown

Governor's Square Apartments

Pioneer Towers Senior Apartment Community

The Bernice
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Capitol Towers - Luxury Midrise

The Orleans Lofts

U Street Apartments

Capitol Towers - Towers and Villas

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317 U St
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191 Log Pond Ln

196 Log Pond Ln

316 6th St

Total Monthly Price
416 3rd St, Unit #1

301 D Apartments

The Bridge District
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Pierside

Total Monthly Price
289 3rd St, Unit 4

600 6th St

Kind West

805 Riverfront

The Foundry
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980 Central
Old Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Sacramento?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Sacramento Studio Apartments | $1,835 | $957 | $3,357 |
| Old Sacramento 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $1,020 | $4,171 |
| Old Sacramento 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $1,950 | $5,465 |
| Old Sacramento 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $2,250 | $2,795 |
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Cheapest Available Old Sacramento Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + priced from $957. The Riverview (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Old Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $957 |
| The Riverview (55+) | Studio (Renovated) | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Kind Downtown | Kind DT Studio w/Mezzanine | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Capitol Towers - Towers and Villas | Towers Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,404 |
| Kind West | Kind West Studio w/ Mezzanine | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Governor's Square Apartments | Irwin | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Clarendon House | The Gold Rush | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Pioneer Towers Senior Apartment Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 805 Riverfront | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Sacramento, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Sacramento area is the $1.77 price per square foot 289 3rd St Model at 289 3rd St, Unit Unit 4 in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Old Sacramento apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at 317 U St starting at $1,895 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 289 3rd St, Unit Unit 4 | 289 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 317 U St | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
| The Orleans Lofts | 1b/2b | 1BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| The Bridge District | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
| Governor's Square Apartments | Irwin | Studio ,1BA | $2.82 |
| 416 3rd St, Unit #1 | 416 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Capitol Towers - Towers and Villas | Villas Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
| Pioneer Towers Senior Apartment Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Clarendon House | The Gold Rush | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
| Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Sacramento Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Sacramento?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Sacramento is at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + listed at $957.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Sacramento Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Sacramento Apartment is $1,020 at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Sacramento Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Sacramento is starting from $1,895 at 317 U St.
What is the most affordable Old Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Sacramento Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Governor's Square Apartments and starts from $2,250.
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