Apartments for rent in Sacramento: What will $1,300 get you?

1451 Third St.

1451 Third St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Sacramento?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating affordable apartments in Sacramento with a budget of up to $1,300/month.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2025 W. El Camino Ave. (South Natomas)

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Listed at $1,219/month, this 632-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 2025 W. El Camino Ave.

In the unit, you can expect hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. When it comes to building amenities, expect secured entry and garage parking. Good news for pet lovers: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a $500 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is fairly bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

2593 Mill Creek Drive (Natomas Corporate Center)

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Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 2593 Mill Creek Drive. It's listed for $1,220/month for its 680 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, expect secured entry and assigned parking. The unit includes carpeted floors, a fireplace, a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. Pet lovers are in luck: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a $500 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is moderately walkable, is bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1451 Third St. (Downtown)

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Here's a 531-square-foot studio apartment at 1451 Third St. that's going for $1,245/month.

You can expect to see a dishwasher, a fireplace and hardwood flooring in the apartment. The building offers garage parking and secured entry. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Be prepared for a $500 pet deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

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