
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sierra Oaks Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (87 Rentals)
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The Eleven Hundred

Villa Capri Apartments

Marigold Lane Apartments

1241 Morse Ave, Unit 2

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Larkspur

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Arden Town Apartments

1241 Morse Ave

Riverglen by the River

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769 Carro Dr

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Juniper

Aspire Arden Apartments

786 Carro Dr, Unit 1

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Peacock Apartments

Los Olivos

1112 Evelyn Ln

The Mezzo

8681 Fallbrook Way
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Fulton Villa Apartments

905 Carro Dr, Unit 2

Evergreen Park

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Sierra Regency Apartments

905 Carro Dr, Unit 4

1430-1432 Topaz Way

770 Carro Dr

Monte Bello Apartments

919 Bell St, Unit C
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Sierra Oaks, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sierra Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,567 | $1,150 | $2,185 |
| Sierra Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $1,250 | $2,880 |
| Sierra Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $575 | $3,256 |
| Sierra Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $755 | $3,467 |
| Sierra Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $908 | $599 | $2,026 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sierra Oaks Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sierra Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sierra Oaks area of Sacramento, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arden Villa Apartments priced from $1,160. Arden Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Sierra Oaks apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arden Villa Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| Arden Villa | Your New Place To Call Home Here At Arden Villa... | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Villa Capri Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Marigold Lane Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 1214 Bell Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Canopy | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Asbury Place Apartments | The Wesley | 2BR,1BA | $1,332 |
| Howe Manor East Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Heatherwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Willow Grove Apartments | Studio Aspen | Studio,1BA | $1,384 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sierra Oaks, CA
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sierra Oaks area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Fulton Villa Apartments in the in the Del Paso Manor neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Sierra Oaks apartment is the 2x1R Model at The Carla by Trion Living starting at $1,800 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Del Paso Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sierra Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton Villa Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Carla by Trion Living | 2x1R | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Estates at Wilhaggin | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Mezzo | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
| Los Olivos | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Asbury Place Apartments | The Wesley | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Arden Town Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Marigold Lane Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Howe Manor East Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Arden Villa | Your New Place To Call Home Here At Arden Villa... | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sierra Oaks Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sierra Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Sierra Oaks is Arden Villa Apartments which is listed at $1,160, while the average apartment in Sierra Oaks costs $1,649.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sierra Oaks?
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 42 regular apartments in Sierra Oaks 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 Sierra Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Sierra Oaks have an average cost of $582 which is $1,067 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sierra Oaks.
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