Sacramento, CA Rental Market Trends
Last updated: April 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau
Highlights
The average rent for an apartment in Sacramento is $1,873, a 1.41% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,900.
Studio Apartments at $1,557 offer the most budget-friendly option with 485 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.
One-bedroom apartments provide 676 square feet for $1,673, balancing privacy and affordability.
Two-beedroom units at $1,933 offer 920 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.
Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,249 sq ft) for $2,599, suitable for larger households.
Average rent in Sacramento, CA
Last updated: April 01, 2026
| Average Rent | Average Apartment Size | |
|---|---|---|
| All Rentals | $1,873 | 824 sq. ft. |
| Studio | $1,557 | 485 sq. ft. |
| 1 Bed | $1,673 | 676 sq. ft. |
| 2 Beds | $1,933 | 920 sq. ft. |
| 3 Beds | $2,599 | 1,249 sq. ft. |
Sacramento, CA rent trends
Rental prices in Sacramento, CA have decreased by 1.41% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,900 to $1,873.
What's the typical rent budget in Sacramento, CA?
The largest share of rentals in Sacramento, CA (55%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
Do most people rent or own in Sacramento, CA?
96,750 or 49% of the households in Sacramento, CA are renter-occupied while 102,651 or 51% are owner-occupied.
Most affordable neighborhoods in Sacramento?
Woodbine $1,266/month
Old North Sacramento $1,342/month
Fredericksville $1,368/month
All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,873/month.Most expensive neighborhoods in Sacramento?
Gateway West $2,378/month
Metro Center $2,384/month
Natomas Crossing $2,524/month
These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.Average Rent in Sacramento, CA By Neighborhood
| Neighborhood | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Natomas Crossing | $2,524 |
| Metro Center | $2,384 |
| Gateway West | $2,378 |
| Midtown - Winn Park - Capital | $2,271 |
| Richmond Grove | $2,215 |
| RP - Sports Complex | $2,211 |
| Wilhaggin | $2,176 |
| Natomas Park | $2,165 |
| Natomas Corporate Center | $2,098 |
| Southside Park | $2,097 |
| Downtown Sacramento | $2,095 |
| Sundance Lake | $2,076 |
| $1,981 | |
| Southern Pacific - Richards | $1,962 |
| Village 5 | $1,949 |
| Boulevard Park | $1,945 |
| Willowcreek | $1,906 |
| Pavilions Place | $1,876 |
| Campus | $1,874 |
| Point West | $1,873 |
| Timberlake | $1,767 |
| Hurley Place | $1,765 |
| Valley Hi - North Laguna | $1,760 |
| South Natomas | $1,740 |
| Green Tree | $1,736 |
| Kirkland Place | $1,734 |
| College - Glen | $1,724 |
| Arden Estates | $1,704 |
| Sierra Meadows | $1,698 |
| Hillsdale | $1,667 |
| Whisperwoods | $1,656 |
| Patrician Plaza | $1,635 |
| Parkway Estates | $1,596 |
| Arden Manor | $1,589 |
| Park Hills Estates | $1,576 |
| Belmont | $1,569 |
| Parkway | $1,549 |
| Overbrook | $1,536 |
| Evergreen Estates | $1,416 |
| Fredericksville | $1,368 |
| Old North Sacramento | $1,342 |
| Woodbine | $1,266 |
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Sacramento | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood
Rent in Arden Estates is 7% higher than in Arden Manor
$1,704
Arden Estates rent is 9% lower than Sacramento average
Average Rent
$1,704
$1,589
Arden Manor rent is 15% lower than Sacramento average
Average Rent
$1,589
How Sacramento Compares to Other Cities
| City | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Sacramento | $1,873 |
| Los Angeles | $2,736 |
| East Bay | $2,661 |
| San Diego | $2,960 |
| San Francisco | $3,724 |
| Oakland | $2,600 |
| Long Beach | $2,672 |
| San Jose | $3,120 |
| Alameda | $3,012 |
| Fresno | $1,622 |
| Vallejo | $2,073 |
| Davis, CA | $2,591 |
| Roseville, CA | $2,299 |
| Folsom, CA | $2,349 |
| Rancho Cordova, CA | $1,860 |
| Lodi, CA | $1,936 |
| Citrus Heights, CA | $1,756 |
| Rocklin, CA | $2,200 |
| Elk Grove, CA | $2,194 |
| West Sacramento, CA | $1,969 |
| Lincoln, CA | $2,494 |
Where this data comes from
The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.
Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Sacramento apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.
Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.