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Apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA

Living in Sacramento

Sacramento, California’s capital city, offers a mix of political significance, cultural vibrancy, and suburban charm. Renters can enjoy trendy neighborhoods like Midtown with its lively arts scene, restaurants, and nightlife or opt for quieter areas like East Sacramento for tree-lined streets and family-friendly housing. Families often gravitate toward suburbs like Elk Grove or Roseville for spacious homes and excellent schools. With a growing job market in government, healthcare, and agriculture industries, Sacramento provides career opportunities alongside access to outdoor recreation in the nearby Sierra Nevada mountains.
Life in Sacramento
Average rental prices
Studio
$1,920
1 bed
$2,120
2 beds
$2,532
3+ beds
$2,838
Great for
Young professionals in government/healthcare industries
Families seeking suburban living
Food lovers

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Rental pricing trends in Sacramento

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Sacramento is $2,120, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,532.

Rent rates updated 3 days ago. Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List.

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Top neighborhoods

Downtown Sacramento
What it’s like to live in Downtown Sacramento
Political energy pulses through this capital-adjacent district surrounding the Tower Bridge's golden span. Renters prize walkability to the Crocker Art Museum but contend with constant tour groups photographing the Capitol dome. The Underground Tours' Prohibition-era tunnels provide unique history, though basement units report higher humidity levels.
Great for
Young Professionals
Tech Workers
Nightlife Enthusiasts
Commuters
Investors
Neighborhood vibe
Urban
Bustling
Walkable
Midtown
What it’s like to live in Midtown
Midtown Sacramento offers urban convenience with genuine political character, where historic buildings house state offices alongside trendy restaurants within walking distance of the Capitol. Rental options include renovated Victorian homes and newer mid-rises, though seasonal legislative sessions create temporary congestion and parking challenges in certain areas. This centrally located neighborhood appeals to government employees and professionals seeking walkable dining and cultural attractions despite higher rental rates reflecting the premium downtown-adjacent positioning
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Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Diverse
Cultural
Community-Oriented
Pocket
What it’s like to live in Pocket
Pocket surrounds a curved "pocket" of the Sacramento River creating distinctive water-oriented living opportunities. Rental homes typically feature larger floor plans and mature landscaping throughout this established planned community. While the singular access point can create traffic congestion during rush hours and the location lacks walkable commercial districts, residents enjoy significantly more living space than central Sacramento neighborhoods with riverside parks, extensive trail systems, and community lakes creating recreation opportunities throughout the neighborhood.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial

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Renter Satisfaction

Apartment List has released Sacramento’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"Sacramento renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories average or below average scores.

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Weather50%
Schools40%
Public transit40%
Commute time30%
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Dating30%
Recreation30%
Pet friendly30%
Career10%
Safety10%
Taxes10%