Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $700 (33 Rentals)

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property at 7234 Kallie Kay Ln

$850

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$850

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$850

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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7234 Kallie Kay Ln

SacramentoCA95823

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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
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 3437 Huntsman Dr

$1,075

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$1,075

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$1,075

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3437 Huntsman Dr, Unit 2

3437 Huntsman Dr
SacramentoCA95826

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property at 3715 Tallyho Dr

$1,450 - $1,695

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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 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living priced from $575. Sakura has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $690. Here are the most affordable South Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Twelve55 Living1255 Living – Bed Rental from $575 Near Sac State2BR,2BA$575
SakuraStudioStudio,1BA$690
Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$957
1816 F St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,000
Midtown ApartmentsSRO (Single Room Occupant) / Single Resident Oc...Studio,1BA$1,000
Creekside Village Senior Apartments1 BR, 1 BA - Large1BR,1BA$1,095
The Golden LoftsEfficiency UnitsStudio,1BA$1,100
Delta Cove Apartments, LLC1 Bed/1 Bath #551BR,1BA$1,145
The Riverview (55+)Studio (Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,195
The Kress RoyalStudioStudio,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Sacramento, CA

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Sacramento area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Geneva Pointe in the in the Serenade neighborhood starting from $1,801. 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.
Geneva Pointe3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.46
Pacific Rim Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.68
Imperial Manortwo bedroom2BR,2BA$1.66
Sommerset PlaceThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.71
South Park Village Apartments2 Bed/ 1 Bath ($1,400 Security Deposit)2BR,1BA$1.70
Maple 22BR2BR,1BA$1.47
The Huntington Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath CYVT2BR,1BA$1.63
Twelve55 Living1255 Living – Bed Rental from $575 Near Sac State2BR,2BA$0.65
Breckenridge Village ApartmentsThe Atrium2BR,1BA$1.51
SakuraStudioStudio ,1BA$1.73

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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 2145 Apartments for Rent in South Sacramento, CA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $7,700. There are also 273 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Sacramento ranging from $700 to $6,500.

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 $700 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,415.

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 $7,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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