What is the average apartment size in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA?

The average size for a Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA apartment is 761 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Sacramento?

As of Sep / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Sacramento is $2,132 per month, a 3.84% decrease from last years average of $2,217.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Sacramento?

In Downtown Sacramento, studios rent for $1,767 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,020 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,564 per month.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Sacramento?

The typical apartment in Downtown Sacramento offers about 761 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Sacramento?

Studio apartments in Downtown Sacramento average 507 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 696 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,055 sq. ft.

Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Sacramento?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Sacramento ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 46% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Sacramento?

In Downtown Sacramento, 89% of households rent while 11% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 30, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Sacramento is $2,132, a 3.84% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,217.

Studio Apartments at $1,767 offer the most budget-friendly option with 507 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 696 square feet for $2,020, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $2,564 offer 1,055 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA

Last updated: October 30, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,132	761 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,767	507 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,020	696 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,564	1,055 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA have decreased by 3.84% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,217 to $2,132.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA (46%) 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 Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA?

4,072 or 89% of the households in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento, CA are renter-occupied while 516 or 11% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Sacramento?

Woodbine $1,274/month

Old North Sacramento $1,343/month

Fredericksville $1,404/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,914/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Sacramento?

Metro Center $2,403/month

Natomas Crossing $2,496/month

Southside Park $2,503/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Sacramento, CA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Southside Park	$2,503
Natomas Crossing	$2,496
Metro Center	$2,403
Gateway West	$2,402
Midtown - Winn Park - Capital	$2,332
Richmond Grove	$2,222
Woodlake	$2,204
Sundance Lake	$2,190
Wilhaggin	$2,182
RP - Sports Complex	$2,182
Downtown Sacramento	$2,132
Natomas Corporate Center	$2,052
Pocket	$2,044
Boulevard Park	$2,038
Greenhaven	$2,034
Village 5	$2,013
Southern Pacific - Richards	$1,992
Willowcreek	$1,962
Glenbrook East Garden	$1,878
Hurley Place	$1,877
Point West	$1,872
Campus	$1,868
Kirkland Place	$1,833
Pavilions Place	$1,807
Valley Hi - North Laguna	$1,789
South Natomas	$1,770
College - Glen	$1,750
Timberlake	$1,738
South Land Park	$1,720
Green Tree	$1,718
Bell Arden	$1,710
Folsom Estates	$1,699
Madison Villa Estates	$1,680
Whisperwoods	$1,679
Patrician Plaza	$1,663
Arden Estates	$1,644
Hillsdale	$1,627
Arden Manor	$1,625
Sierra Meadows	$1,623
Parkway Estates	$1,608
Haggin Park	$1,598
Evergreen Estates	$1,581
Overbrook	$1,552
Belmont	$1,551
Parkway	$1,549
Country Place	$1,549
Pelisades Sierra Oaks	$1,535
Country Club Cove	$1,509
Bohemian Village	$1,506
Park Hills Estates	$1,473
Bowling Green	$1,458
Fredericksville	$1,404
Old North Sacramento	$1,343
Woodbine	$1,274

Sacramento | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Sacramento is 30% higher than in Arden Estates

$2,132

Downtown Sacramento rent is the same as Sacramento average

Average Rent $2,132

$1,644

Arden Estates rent is 23% lower than Sacramento average

Average Rent $1,644

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 Downtown 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.