
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sacramento County, CA from $400 (372 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Sacramento County.


3221 Normington Dr

1100 17th St

River Garden Estates

The Cascades Apartments

Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years +

Northlake Senior Apartments (55+)

3736 Astoria St

The Madison
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D Street Apartments

3309 Y St

Delta Cove Apartments, LLC

Barcelona

Sunset Crossing

Clarendon House

ReNew on Coloma

Coralaire Apartments
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RIVER TERRACE

Heritage Glen Apartments

Parkwood Square Apartments

4400 Greenholme Dr

3040 Bell St

McClellan Court Apartments
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Carson Aire

Country Glen

The Verandas Senior Apartments

Shelfield Apartments

Westwood

Stonegate Apartments

Mayberry at Town & Country

Woodlake Terrace Apartments

Ventura Gardens Apartments

Pacific Oaks Apartments
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Summer Trace Apartments

The Meadows

SUR Apartments

Bell Acqua

Owl Creek Apartment Homes

Arden Palms Apartments
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Sacramento County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sacramento County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento County Studio Apartments | $1,697 | $946 | $3,050 |
| Sacramento County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $800 | $4,751 |
| Sacramento County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,177 | $575 | $6,500 |
| Sacramento County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $649 | $8,027 |
| Sacramento County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $695 | $4,705 |
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Cheapest Available Sacramento County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sacramento County, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Twelve55 Living in the River Park neighborhood priced from $575. River Garden Estates in the Villages at Natomas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $898. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sacramento County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $575 |
| River Garden Estates | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $898 |
| Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $957 |
| Fairway Apartments | 29 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Northlake Senior Apartments (55+) | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,042 |
| The Madison | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,074 |
| Renwick Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,081 |
| The Golden Lofts | Efficiency Units | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Delta Cove Apartments, LLC | 1 Bed/1 Bath #99 | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Coralaire Apartments | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sacramento County, CA
As of December 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sacramento County 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 Sacramento County apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Geneva Pointe starting at $1,279 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Serenade neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sacramento County 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 |
| Geneva Pointe | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Olive Court Apartments | 2 bed/ 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Winchester Place Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Walnut Avenue Apartments | 1x1 ( downstairs) | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 517 13th St, Unit C | 517 13th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Twelve55 Living | Bed in 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Bell Acqua | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Hornet Commons Student Housing | 2DX2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Northlake Senior Apartments (55+) | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sacramento County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sacramento County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sacramento County is at Ping Yuen Senior Community - 55 years + listed at $957.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sacramento County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sacramento County Apartment is $1,000 at Fairway Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sacramento County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sacramento County is starting from $575 at Twelve55 Living.
What is the most affordable Sacramento County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sacramento County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Garden Estates and starts from $898.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
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