
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Richardson Village Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (51 Rentals)
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2437 Ethan Wy

2125 North Ave

ETHAN TERRACE

Woodlake Terrace Apartments

Astoria Place

2540-2548 Crosby Way

729 Dixieanne Ave

Plaza Estates

2394 Oakmont St
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Northstar Apartments

3036 Marysville Blvd

2856 Del Paso Blvd

2720 Forrest St, Unit 2
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The Palms

Woodlake Close

Charleston

3616 Branch St

Fountains at Point West

2200 Royale Rd, Unit 35

716 Dixieanne Ave

ZINC 1501

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Rio Linda Manor
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Oakmont Apartments

2101 Bell Ave

Wyda Gardens Apartments

Arden Fair Apartments

Rosewood Garden Apartments

Los Robles Apartments

3729 Balsam St

Fairfield Commons

Arden Tropical Garden

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Lampasas Villa

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Palm Garden Apartments

3120 Howe Ave

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Santiago Apartments

Red Robin Apartments

3720-3740 Astoria St
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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 | $1,703 | $1,399 | $1,865 |
| Richardson Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,050 | $2,545 |
| Richardson Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,375 | $2,974 |
| Richardson Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $898 | $3,803 |
| Richardson Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $988 | $3,982 |
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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. 3729 Balsam St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. 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 |
| 3729 Balsam St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Parkwood Square Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Astoria Place | ADU Downstairs 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Plaza Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Wind Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Point Natomas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Villa Del Rio Apartments | The Baja | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Santiago Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richardson Village, CA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richardson Village area is the $1.81 price per square foot THE OASIS Model at Fountains at Point West in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,440. 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 South 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountains at Point West | THE OASIS | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| River Walk Villas | 2BR/ 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 3720-3740 Astoria St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Wind Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Point Natomas Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Santiago Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Villa Del Rio Apartments | The Baja | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Parkwood Square Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richardson Village Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richardson Village?
The cheapest apartment in Richardson Village is 3729 Balsam St which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Richardson Village costs $2,962.
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 1 regular apartments in Richardson Village 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 Richardson Village?
Cheap apartments in Richardson Village have an average cost of $282 which is $2,680 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richardson Village.
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