
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Gardens Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $800 (11 Rentals)
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Track 281 Apartments

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301 W El Camino Ave

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1009 Lochbrae Rd

2312-2318 Morell St

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River Gardens, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Gardens Studio Apartments | $1,568 | $1,300 | $1,882 |
| River Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $1,474 | $1,995 |
| River Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,655 | $2,815 |
| River Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $898 | $3,482 |
| River Gardens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $988 | $3,982 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River Gardens Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available River Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Gardens area of Sacramento, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at River Garden Estates priced from $898. Track 281 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable River Gardens apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $898 |
| Track 281 Apartments | Studio AB Upstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Pheasant Pointe | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| The Vue on Seamist | Aspen One Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,474 |
| Rivercourt Apartments | 2 BR, 2 BA - 60% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $1,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Gardens, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Gardens 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 River Gardens apartment is the Catamaran Model at Delta Pointe Apartments starting at $2,040 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Gateway West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Delta Pointe Apartments | Catamaran | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| River Walk Villas | 2BR/ 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Rivercourt Apartments | 1 BR, 1 BA - Market | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Pheasant Pointe | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Vue on Seamist | Aspen One Bedroom - Enhanced | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| The Hayley | Willow | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
| Track 281 Apartments | Studio AB Downstairs | Studio ,1BA | $3.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Gardens Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Gardens?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Gardens is at Track 281 Apartments listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Gardens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Gardens Apartment is $1,435 at Pheasant Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Gardens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Gardens is starting from $1,549 at Rivercourt Apartments.
What is the most affordable River Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Garden Estates and starts from $898.
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