Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South East Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (42 Rentals)

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8142 Scottsdale Dr, Unit Room 1

8142 Scottsdale Dr
SacramentoCA95828
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 12

Continental Terrace

6921 Lewiston WaySacramento, CA 95828
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property at 7057 Forman Way

$1,400

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7057 Forman Way
SacramentoCA95828
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Cornerstone
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone

4550 Le Donne DrSacramento, CA 95823

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Chateau Lang
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Lang

6601 44th StSacramento, CA 95823
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Garden Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Village

6601 Sunnyslope DrSacramento, CA 95828
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Bowling Green Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bowling Green Village

4100 49th AveSacramento, CA 95823
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Willow Glen Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Glen Apartments

7474 La Mancha WaySacramento, CA 95823
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Florin Woods
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Florin Woods

7301 Florin Woods DrSacramento, CA 95823
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Sommerset Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sommerset Place

6100 48th AveSacramento, CA 95828
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5726 Falconer Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

5726 Falconer Way

5726 Falconer WaySacramento, CA 95824
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Cascade Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Village

7600 Fruitridge RdSacramento, CA 95820
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Parkway Townhomes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Townhomes

7236-7246 East PkySacramento, CA 95823
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Sun Valley Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sun Valley Apartments

4719 50th AveSacramento, CA 95823
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Sacramento's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Sacramento and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Carrie Catalano

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Fairhaven Estates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairhaven Estates

4500 63rd StSacramento, CA 95820
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South East, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South East area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Breckenridge Village Apartments priced from $1,226. Florin Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable South East apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Breckenridge Village ApartmentsThe Atrium2BR,1BA$1,226
Florin Woods1bed_600Sqft1BR,1BA$1,250
Sommerset PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,333
The EdgeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
5726 Falconer Way2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,350
Courtyard CottagesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,353
Greenridge Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$1,355
Lotus Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,362
Pinewood Apartments**LIMITED TIME "NEW-TO-MHP" APPLICANT SPECIAL*...2BR,1BA$1,395
Carabay Apartments - Gated Community Featuring 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments!1/1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South East, CA

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South East area is the $1.68 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Pacific Rim Apartments in the in the Parkway neighborhood starting from $1,846. The second greatest value South East apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Sommerset Place starting at $1,876 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Cordova neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacific Rim Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.68
Sommerset PlaceThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.75
The Meridian2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.83
Breckenridge Village ApartmentsThe Atrium2BR,1BA$1.48
Pinewood Apartments**LIMITED TIME "NEW-TO-MHP" APPLICANT SPECIAL*...2BR,1BA$1.84
5726 Falconer Way2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.80
Greenridge Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$1.91
Stonebrook ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.07
Courtyard CottagesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.01
Florin Woods1bed_600Sqft1BR,1BA$1.95

Beyond the Dorms: Finding Affordable and Convenient Student Housing in Sacramento

Find the perfect student rental in Sacramento. A local's guide to the best neighborhoods and housing near UC Davis, Sacramento State, and American River College (ARC), covering Midtown, East Sac, and more.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South East Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South East?

The cheapest apartment in South East is Florin Woods which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in South East costs $1,877.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South East?

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 7 regular apartments in South East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Finding an Affordable Gem: A Sacramento Locals Guide to the Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Neighborhoods to Rent

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Hi there, I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Sacramento, California. I was born and raised in Sacramento, and started my own family here.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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