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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Sacramento

I feel like ther eneeds to be more black nd mexican here its the best and worse here people snitch all over each other

I love the quiet. Have not been here long enough to assess. The hospital is very close. I am hoping there is a park within walking distance.

It is close to everything, and a lot of things are easily accessible. There is lots to do in a short distance

It's gated with security guards and near by complex. Good for kids to play inside and safe for everyone.

The neighbors are friendly. Everyone looks out for each other. There is a nice greenbelt walkway. There are small strip malls within walking distance.

I like the variety of people that live here and the various ethnicities that make up the population. I also like that there are a fair amount of local businesses.

Who Lives Here

Sacramento Demographics

Education

High School

24%

Associate's

21%

Bachelor's

14%

Master's

5%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

39%

3 people

23%

4 people

20%

5 people

10%

6+ people

9%

Household Income

0-50k

41%

50-100k

30%

100-150k

16%

150-200k

7%

200k+

6%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

12%

20-45

39%

45-65

23%

65+

13%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Sacramento?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Dec '23$1655$1980$2122$2649
Nov '23$1625$1982$2148$2670
Oct '23$1627$1979$2147$2718
Sep '23$1600$1982$2077$2699
Aug '23$1620$2007$2109$2675
Jul '23$1655$1975$2149$2678
Jun '23$1905$2024$2159$2717
May '23$1922$2072$2109$2673
Apr '23$1934$2036$2100$2695
Mar '23$1903$2030$2123$2717
Feb '23$1765$1925$2136$2680
Jan '23$1926$1972$2149$2680
Dec '22$1898$2061$2149$2680

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Sacramento

Sacramento Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

22%

15-30 Mins

42%

30-40 Mins

19%

40-60 Mins

9%

60+ Mins

7%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 6060

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 53 of 97 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 70 of 97 renters

Percentage: 7171

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 57 of 97 renters

Percentage: 3434

Transit Score®

They Are Located Near Public Transportation

Yes

Say 55 of 97 renters

Need A Car

No

Say 63 of 97 renters

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Coffee

Things To Do In Sacramento

Top Score

Grocery Stores

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking up, there's supermarkets to be found 'round here.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. Significantly more grocery stores than average
  3. 20% more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The restaurant scene here is really cooking with gas.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. Significantly more restaurants than average
  3. A standard number of restaurants compared to areas of a similar size

Coffee

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are heating up. Sacramento gets a solid score for coffee.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. Significantly more coffee shops than average
  3. 34% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Happy hour starts at six around here.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. Significantly more bars and clubs than average
  3. 20% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Sacramento is shrubby, not shabby.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. Significantly more parks than average
  3. 8% more parks than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We'd be gym buddies with Sacramento.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. Significantly more gyms than average
  3. 11% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's pawsible that your pets will fall in love with Sacramento.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more pet facilities than average
  3. 21% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this Sacramento is not too bad for medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more medical facilities than average
  3. 14% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Bumper sticker city. This place is good for filling up.

  1. A high number of gas stations per resident
  2. Significantly more gas stations than average
  3. 13% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The shopping scene here is a size medium.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. Significantly more shops than average
  3. 8% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's just about fine for fine art. An average score.

  1. A high number of fine art centers per resident
  2. Significantly more fine art centers than average
  3. 16% more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Sacramento Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 85 of 97 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 82 of 97 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 78 of 97 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 78 of 97 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 73 of 97 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 66 of 97 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 65 of 97 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 60 of 97 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 60 of 97 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 60 of 97 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 58 of 97 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 55 of 97 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 51 of 97 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 49 of 97 renters

Maintained Yards

No

Say 52 of 97 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 53 of 97 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 57 of 97 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 74 of 97 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 81 of 97 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 84 of 97 renters

Sacramento Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Sacramento

9/10

Greenhills Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

9/10

Maidu Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

8/10

William Kaseberg Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Diamond Creek Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Cambridge Heights Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

8/10

Riverview Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

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All About

Living in Sacramento, CA

Everything to Know about finding apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento is located in California's beautiful Central Valley. Linked in the public imagination with stagecoaches, riverboats, the Pony Express and the California Gold Rush, the city is now remarkably modern. Social scientists have long praised Sacramento for its racial integration. Those hunting for apartments for rent in Sacramento will also find themselves in one of the nation's happiest cities. Discover why locals boast about the area's natural beauty by getting out and exploring the Sierra Nevada foothills and the Sacramento River.

MUSEUMS AND THEATERS IN SACRAMENTO

Sacramento is a paradise for museum lovers. Culture aficionados should set aside time to visit the Sacramento History Museum and the Crocker Art Museum, and gearheads love attractions like the California State Railroad Museum and the California Automobile Museum. For live entertainment, look to beloved local organizations like Broadway Sacramento and the Sacramento Theatre Company. Many apartments in Sacramento are within walking distance of William Land Park, which hosts the Sacramento Shakespeare Festival in the summer.

SACRAMENTO APARTMENTS AND NEIGHBORHOODS

Having a tough time choosing an apartment for rent in Sacramento? Apartment Guide can help you find accurate information that helps you decide between no-nonsense studio units and stately three-bedroom abodes. With a little help from Apartment Guide, you can find the perfect community for you, whether you want amenities like an on-site fitness center and a pool or just need a convenient and affordable place close to your job.

Rent an apartment within walking distance of nightlife in the hip and happening downtown area, or skip the buzz in favor of family friendly suburbs like Carmichael to the east. Sacramento also welcomes empty nesters and students to picturesque neighborhoods like East Sacramento, close to the UC Davis Medical Center and California State University, Sacramento.

PET-FRIENDLY SACRAMENTO ATTRACTIONS

Moving to the area with a four-legged friend? Sacramento loves pets, and the city boasts a wide range of dog parks, from the two-acre fenced area at Tanzanite Community Park to separate areas for large and small dogs at Truitt Bark Park.

FREE THINGS TO DO IN SACRAMENTO

If you're saving all your money for a ski vacation at Lake Tahoe, take advantage of free local attractions. Tour the Jelly Belly Factory, about 30 minutes from Sacramento, bike the 32-mile-long American River Bike Trail and attend free live concerts every summer.

MUSIC AND SPORTS

If you're passionate about the fine arts, indulge in the Sacramento French Film Festival each year or attend concerts by the city's widely respected philharmonic orchestras and youth symphonies. Committed sports fans can buy season tickets to see the Sacramento Kings play NBA basketball at the Golden 1 Center.

SACRAMENTO ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES WITH KIDS

Sacramento offers a huge range of fun things to do for families, from go-karts and bumper boats to mini golf and trampoline parks. Spark kids' desire to learn at attractions like the Aerospace Museum of California. Check out our picks for the best family activities in Sacramento:

  • Fairytale Town: Kids can let their imaginations run free at this nonprofit park dedicated to storybook fun. Save time for the petting zoo and themed gardens.
  • California State Railroad Museum: This massive museum gets kids excited about California's "iron horse" history with 21 restored train cars and locomotives. Visit in summer for a six-mile ride on an excursion train.
  • William Land Park: At this verdant city park, you can see more than 500 animals at the Sacramento Zoo, head to Funderland for a carnival ride, or pack a picnic and relax.
  • Sacramento Children's Museum: Explore the science behind gravity, air currents and racecars at this hands-on museum for kids.
  • Rafting, Skiing and Skating: Turn off all the electronics for a bit, and let kids work their muscles with whitewater rafting on the American River, skating at Iceland Skating Rink or skiing at multiple nearby resorts.

SACRAMENTO'S BEST SCHOOLS

Though the quality of education is generally high in Sacramento, local charter schools tend to rank especially well for their excellent college entrance rates. For the best public schools, look to the northeast for options like Mira Loma High School or south to suburbs like Laguna West.

SACRAMENTO, A SPIRITED CITY

Local connoisseurs and enthusiasts look forward to annual events like Sacramento Beer Week and Sacramento Cocktail Week.

GETAWAYS FROM SACRAMENTO

Want to smell the salt air? The best beaches near Sacramento are just north of San Francisco, about two hours west. Head to Marin County for Muir Beach, a distance of only 90 miles, or make your way to beaches in Jenner and Bodega Bay for a more secluded feel. For water sports and skiing, Lake Tahoe is about two hours east of Sacramento.

Find Apartments for rent in Sacramento, CA

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