Cheap Homes for Rent in South Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $700 (41 Rentals)

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property at 4101 4th Ave

$850 - $1,075

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$850 - $1,075

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$850 - $1,075

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4101 4th Ave

SacramentoCA95817
property at 8638 W Chase Ct

$925

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$925

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$925

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8638 W Chase Ct

SacramentoCA95828

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property at 9056 La Riviera Dr

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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9056 La Riviera Dr

SacramentoCA95826
property at 8142 Scottsdale Dr

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8142 Scottsdale Dr, Unit Room 1

8142 Scottsdale Dr
SacramentoCA95828

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property at 2405 Cava Ct

$1,495

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$1,495

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2405 Cava Ct, Unit 4

2405 Cava Ct
SacramentoCA95825
property at 3715 Tallyho Dr

$1,495 - $1,695

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3715 Tallyho Dr

SacramentoCA95826

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South Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a Studio unit found at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + priced from $957. 1816 F St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable South Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
1816 F St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,000
Delta Cove Apartments, LLC1 Bed/1 Bath #71BR,1BA$1,095
The Golden LoftsEfficiency UnitsStudio,1BA$1,100
Fair Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
1019 H St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,175
The Riverview (55+)Studio (Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,195
The Kress RoyalStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Verandas Senior ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,215

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Sacramento, CA

As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Sacramento area is the $0.62 price per square foot D2 Model at The Crossings Student Apartments in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $929. The second greatest value South Sacramento apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Pacific Rim Apartments starting at $1,846 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crossings Student ApartmentsD24BR,4BA$0.62
Pacific Rim Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.68
Imperial Manortwo bedroom2BR,2BA$1.66
South Park Village Apartments2 Bed/ 1 Bath ($1,400 Security Deposit)2BR,1BA$1.70
Maple 22BR2BR,1BA$1.47
Twelve55 Living2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.62
Breckenridge Village ApartmentsThe Atrium2BR,1BA$1.48
Hornet Commons Student Housing2DX22BR,2BA$1.45
Element Student Living2X22BR,2BA$1.45
Academy 65B1 Semi-Shared2BR,2BA$1.08

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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South Sacramento, Sacramento, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Sacramento

What type of rentals are currently available in South Sacramento?

There are currently 2118 Apartments for Rent in South Sacramento, CA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $8,973. There are also 240 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Sacramento ranging from $750 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Sacramento?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Sacramento ranges from $750 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,151.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Sacramento?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Sacramento range from $755 to $8,973, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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