Sacramento, CA Rental Market Trends
Last updated: September 30, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau
Highlights
The average rent for an apartment in Sacramento is $1,906, a 0.61% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,917.
Studio Apartments at $1,641 offer the most budget-friendly option with 485 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.
One-bedroom apartments provide 677 square feet for $1,686, balancing privacy and affordability.
Two-bedroom units at $1,966 offer 921 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.
Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,251 sq ft) for $2,637, suitable for larger households.
Average rent in Sacramento, CA
Last updated: September 30, 2026
| Average Rent | Average Apartment Size | |
|---|---|---|
| All Rentals | $1,906 | 825 sq. ft. |
| Studio | $1,641 | 485 sq. ft. |
| 1 Bed | $1,686 | 677 sq. ft. |
| 2 Beds | $1,966 | 921 sq. ft. |
| 3 Beds | $2,637 | 1,251 sq. ft. |
Sacramento, CA rent trends
Rental prices in Sacramento, CA have decreased by 0.61% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,917 to $1,906.
What's the typical rent budget in Sacramento, CA?
The largest share of rentals in Sacramento, CA (53%) 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 48% of the households in Sacramento, CA are renter-occupied while 103,571 or 52% are owner-occupied.
Most affordable neighborhoods in Sacramento?
Woodbine $1,236/month
Old North Sacramento $1,342/month
Houser $1,360/month
All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,906/month.Most expensive neighborhoods in Sacramento?
Metro Center $2,361/month
Gateway West $2,439/month
Natomas Crossing $2,477/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 | $2,477 |
| Gateway West | $2,439 |
| Metro Center | $2,361 |
| Midtown - Winn Park - Capital | $2,328 |
| Richmond Grove | $2,219 |
| Woodlake | $2,201 |
| RP - Sports Complex | $2,196 |
| Sundance Lake | $2,177 |
| Southside Park | $2,169 |
| Wilhaggin | $2,168 |
| Downtown Sacramento | $2,134 |
| Natomas Corporate Center | $2,044 |
| $2,033 | |
| Greenhaven | $2,026 |
| Boulevard Park | $2,009 |
| Southern Pacific - Richards | $1,989 |
| Village 5 | $1,975 |
| Willowcreek | $1,953 |
| Campus | $1,873 |
| Point West | $1,853 |
| Kirkland Place | $1,830 |
| Pepperwood | $1,815 |
| Pavilions Place | $1,805 |
| Valley Hi - North Laguna | $1,791 |
| South Natomas | $1,766 |
| Green Tree | $1,757 |
| College - Glen | $1,739 |
| Timberlake | $1,736 |
| Hurley Place | $1,721 |
| South Land Park | $1,712 |
| Bell Arden | $1,708 |
| Folsom Estates | $1,698 |
| Whisperwoods | $1,678 |
| Arden Estates | $1,663 |
| Sierra Meadows | $1,655 |
| Patrician Plaza | $1,653 |
| Hillsdale | $1,625 |
| Arden Manor | $1,623 |
| Parkway Estates | $1,602 |
| Evergreen Estates | $1,579 |
| Parkway | $1,554 |
| Overbrook | $1,553 |
| Belmont | $1,552 |
| Country Place | $1,547 |
| Bella Villa | $1,534 |
| Country Club Cove | $1,514 |
| Bohemian Village | $1,509 |
| Pelisades Sierra Oaks | $1,478 |
| Park Hills Estates | $1,463 |
| Bowling Green | $1,456 |
| Fredericksville | $1,403 |
| Houser | $1,360 |
| Old North Sacramento | $1,342 |
| Woodbine | $1,236 |
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Sacramento | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood
Rent in Arden Estates is 2% higher than in Arden Manor
$1,663
Arden Estates rent is 13% lower than Sacramento average
Average Rent
$1,663
$1,623
Arden Manor rent is 15% lower than Sacramento average
Average Rent
$1,623
How Sacramento Compares to Other Cities
| City | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Sacramento | $1,906 |
| Los Angeles | $2,757 |
| East Bay | $2,757 |
| San Francisco | $4,027 |
| San Diego | $3,046 |
| Fresno | $1,632 |
| Long Beach | $2,718 |
| San Jose | $3,315 |
| Oakland | $2,739 |
| Alameda | $3,078 |
| Anaheim | $2,501 |
| Davis, CA | $2,569 |
| Lodi, CA | $1,953 |
| Roseville, CA | $2,344 |
| Folsom, CA | $2,440 |
| Citrus Heights, CA | $1,775 |
| Rancho Cordova, CA | $1,895 |
| Elk Grove, CA | $2,358 |
| Rocklin, CA | $2,256 |
| West Sacramento, CA | $1,953 |
| Carmichael, CA | $1,618 |
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.