
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Oak Park Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (47 Rentals)
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Birchwood Meadows

Greenridge Apartments

2253 2nd Ave

Brittany Arms Apartments

5028 Thurman Way

3110 W St

The Edge

The Elms Apartments
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The Canopy

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2744 14th St, Unit Casita, Unit Casita

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Sommerset Place

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2517 U St

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4403 6th Ave

3800 45th Ave

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2210 26th St
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5102 Gordon Dr

3996 Sierra Vista Ave

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Fairhaven Estates

2700 32nd St

5730 Falconer Way

Spartan Oaks Apartments

2631 27th St

Tran Villa Apartments
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South Oak Park, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Oak Park Studio Apartments | $1,818 | $1,375 | $2,125 |
| South Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $1,250 | $2,965 |
| South Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $1,445 | $4,063 |
| South Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $1,995 | $3,865 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Oak Park Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Oak Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Oak Park area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sommerset Place priced from $723. Birchwood Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable South Oak Park apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sommerset Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $723 |
| Birchwood Meadows | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Greenridge Apartments | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Brittany Arms Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Edge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 3110 W St | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Elms Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Carabay Apartments - Gated Community Featuring 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments! | 1/1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Canopy | 3132 SIDE - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 3000 T St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,396 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Oak Park, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Oak Park area is the $2.20 price per square foot 1 Bed / Loft Model at F65 Lofts in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,249. The second greatest value South Oak Park apartment is the 3 bedrooms Model at Solana starting at $1,995 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| F65 Lofts | 1 Bed / Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Solana | 3 bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Sommerset Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| The Mezzo | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| Greenridge Apartments | 2B 1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Gardenside Apartments | Two Bedroom 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Greystone Place Apartments | 2Bed/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Brittany Arms Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Edge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Birchwood Meadows | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Oak Park, Sacramento, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in South Oak Park, Sacramento, CA
Oak Ridge Elementary
West Campus High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Oak Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Oak Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Oak Park is at The Elms Apartments listed at $1,375.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Oak Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Oak Park Apartment is $1,250 at Birchwood Meadows.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Oak Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Oak Park is starting from $723 at Sommerset Place.
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