Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeastern Sacramento Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $500 (22 Rentals)

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Hampton Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Court Apartments

3099 Great Falls WaySacramento, CA 95826
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3301 Redding Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3301 Redding Ave

3301 Redding AveSacramento, CA 95820
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Cascade Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Village

7600 Fruitridge RdSacramento, CA 95820
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Apex on the River
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Apex on the River

8719 Woodman WaySacramento, CA 95826

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Southeastern Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeastern Sacramento Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeastern Sacramento area of Sacramento, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living priced from $575. The Confluence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Southeastern Sacramento apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Twelve55 LivingBed in 2 bedroom2BR,2BA$575
The ConfluenceRiver View1BR,1BA$1,350
California Center ApartmentsLaurel1BR,1BA$1,447
River Blu ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,499
University River Village2x1.5 Renovated Apartment2BR,1BA$1,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeastern Sacramento, CA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeastern Sacramento area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3x2 Renovated Apartment Model at University River Village in the in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood starting from $2,345. The second greatest value Southeastern Sacramento apartment is the 2DX2 Model at Hornet Commons Student Housing starting at $1,155 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Downtown Sacramento neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeastern Sacramento apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University River Village3x2 Renovated Apartment3BR,2BA$2.07
Hornet Commons Student Housing2DX22BR,2BA$1.44
Element Student Living2X22BR,2BA$1.45
Rivercrest Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.30
The Phoenix Sacramento1x11BR,1BA$2.35
The ConfluenceRiver View1BR,1BA$2.07
Apex on the River1x11BR,1BA$2.48
River Blu ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.34
California Center ApartmentsLaurel1BR,1BA$2.32
Twelve55 Living1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.74

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Southeastern Sacramento, Sacramento, and the greater Sacramento area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeastern Sacramento Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeastern Sacramento?

The cheapest apartment in Southeastern Sacramento is The Confluence which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Southeastern Sacramento costs $2,320.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeastern Sacramento?

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 15 regular apartments in Southeastern Sacramento 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 Southeastern Sacramento?

Cheap apartments in Southeastern Sacramento have an average cost of $467 which is $1,853 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeastern Sacramento.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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