
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willis Acres Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA from $400 (41 Rentals)
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River Garden Estates

105 Tinker Way

Woodlake Terrace Apartments

Plaza Estates

1617 Arcade Blvd

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3812 Huron St, Unit 3812 Huron St Sacramento #A

2394 Oakmont St
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2720 Forrest St, Unit 2

Point Natomas Apartments

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Natomas Village Apartments

739 Dixieanne Ave

The Vue on Seamist

Morningside Creek

3036 Marysville Blvd
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Northstar Apartments

2856 Del Paso Blvd

The Palms

Woodlake Close

3616 Branch St

Delta Pointe Apartments

The Eames

2200 Royale Rd, Unit 31
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ZINC 1501

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Rio Linda Manor

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3729 Balsam St

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Bellwood Park

3729 Branch St

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1119 Lochbrae Rd

Pheasant Pointe
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Willis Acres, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willis Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Acres Studio Apartments | $1,774 | $1,399 | $1,882 |
| Willis Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $723 | $2,545 |
| Willis Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,203 | $1,447 | $3,010 |
| Willis Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,041 | $898 | $3,799 |
| Willis Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $988 | $3,982 |
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Cheapest Available Willis Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willis Acres area of Sacramento, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rivo priced from $723. River Garden Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $898. Here are the most affordable Willis Acres apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivo | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $723 |
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $898 |
| 3729 Balsam St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Plaza Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Point Natomas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,356 |
| Pheasant Pointe | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| Natomas Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Santiago Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willis Acres, CA
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willis Acres area is the $0.86 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Garden Estates in the in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood starting from $898. The second greatest value Willis Acres apartment is the Catamaran Model at Delta Pointe Apartments starting at $1,935 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Gateway West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willis Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Delta Pointe Apartments | Catamaran | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Moxy Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Rivo | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Vue on Seamist | Cypress 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Enhanced | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Point Natomas Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Natomas Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Pheasant Pointe | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Woodlake Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 3812 Huron St, Unit 3812 Huron St Sacramento #A | 3812 Huron St | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willis Acres Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Willis Acres?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Willis Acres is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Willis Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Willis Acres is Rivo which is listed at $723, while the average apartment in Willis Acres costs $3,231.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Willis Acres?
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 2 regular apartments in Willis Acres 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 Willis Acres?
Cheap apartments in Willis Acres have an average cost of $506 which is $2,725 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Willis Acres.
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