Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richardson Village Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (15 Rentals)
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Richardson Village, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richardson Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richardson Village Studio Apartments | $1,592 | $1,250 | $2,073 |
| Richardson Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $800 | $2,725 |
| Richardson Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $1,375 | $3,110 |
| Richardson Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $898 | $3,803 |
| Richardson Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $988 | $3,982 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Richardson Village Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Richardson Village Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richardson Village area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at River Garden Estates priced from $898. Parkwood Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Richardson Village apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $898 |
| Parkwood Square Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Wind Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Teal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richardson Village, CA
As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Richardson Village area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1503 El Monte Ave Model at 1503 El Monte Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Old North Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Richardson Village apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Garden Estates starting at $898 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richardson Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1503 El Monte Ave, Unit 1 | 1503 El Monte Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Woodlake Close | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| The Pointe Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| River Walk Villas | 2BR/ 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Wind Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Teal Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 3445 Altos Ave, Unit 3445 | 3445 Altos Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Parkwood Square Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Richardson Village Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richardson Village Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Richardson Village?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Richardson Village is under $1,449.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richardson Village?
The cheapest apartment in Richardson Village is Parkwood Square Apartments which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Richardson Village costs $3,267.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Richardson Village?
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 17 regular apartments in Richardson Village that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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