Governor's Square Apartments
1451 3rd St,
Sacramento,
CA
95814
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Monthly Rent
$1,495 - $2,950
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2.5 ba
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Square Feet
531 - 1,558 sq ft
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 1530-15price $1,495square feet 531availibility Now
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Unit 1500-35price $1,495square feet 531availibility Now
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Unit 1500-25price $1,495square feet 531availibility Now
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Unit 511-28price $1,525square feet 570availibility Now
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Unit 330-27price $1,625square feet 809availibility Now
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Unit 330-19price $1,625square feet 809availibility Now
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Unit 1401-27price $1,625square feet 809availibility Now
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Unit 301-34price $1,695square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 330-24price $1,695square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 1401-34price $1,695square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 1530-11price $1,750square feet 894availibility Now
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Unit 330-11price $1,750square feet 894availibility Now
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Unit 1431-11price $1,750square feet 894availibility Now
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Unit 1530-26price $1,795square feet 923availibility Now
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Unit 1530-16price $1,900square feet 923availibility Now
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Unit 1401-26price $1,925square feet 923availibility Now
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Unit 301-23price $1,895square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1530-13price $1,895square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1500-13price $1,895square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 330-28price $1,975square feet 1,097availibility Now
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Unit 1530-38price $2,095square feet 1,097availibility Now
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Unit 1431-38price $2,095square feet 1,097availibility Now
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Unit 150021price $2,350square feet 1,099availibility Now
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Unit 1401-21price $2,350square feet 1,099availibility Now
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Unit 301-21price $2,350square feet 1,099availibility Now
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Unit 1418price $2,475square feet 1,347availibility Now
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Unit 1535price $2,750square feet 1,347availibility Now
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Unit 1416price $2,750square feet 1,347availibility Now
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Unit 1500-12price $2,290square feet 1,304availibility Now
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Unit 1530-32price $2,290square feet 1,304availibility Now
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Unit 1431-32price $2,390square feet 1,304availibility Now
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Unit 1530-15price $1,495square feet 531availibility Now
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Unit 1500-35price $1,495square feet 531availibility Now
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Unit 1500-25price $1,495square feet 531availibility Now
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Unit 511-28price $1,525square feet 570availibility Now
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Unit 330-27price $1,625square feet 809availibility Now
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Unit 330-19price $1,625square feet 809availibility Now
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Unit 1401-27price $1,625square feet 809availibility Now
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Unit 301-34price $1,695square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 330-24price $1,695square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 1401-34price $1,695square feet 850availibility Now
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Unit 1530-11price $1,750square feet 894availibility Now
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Unit 330-11price $1,750square feet 894availibility Now
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Unit 1431-11price $1,750square feet 894availibility Now
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Unit 1530-26price $1,795square feet 923availibility Now
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Unit 1530-16price $1,900square feet 923availibility Now
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Unit 1401-26price $1,925square feet 923availibility Now
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Unit 301-23price $1,895square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1530-13price $1,895square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 1500-13price $1,895square feet 1,078availibility Now
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Unit 330-28price $1,975square feet 1,097availibility Now
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Unit 1530-38price $2,095square feet 1,097availibility Now
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Unit 1431-38price $2,095square feet 1,097availibility Now
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Unit 150021price $2,350square feet 1,099availibility Now
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Unit 1401-21price $2,350square feet 1,099availibility Now
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Unit 301-21price $2,350square feet 1,099availibility Now
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Unit 1418price $2,475square feet 1,347availibility Now
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Unit 1535price $2,750square feet 1,347availibility Now
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Unit 1416price $2,750square feet 1,347availibility Now
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Unit 1500-12price $2,290square feet 1,304availibility Now
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Unit 1530-32price $2,290square feet 1,304availibility Now
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Unit 1431-32price $2,390square feet 1,304availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Cost Calculator to add these fees to the base price.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Application Fee$45
- Dogs Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$45
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One time Fee$0
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Pet deposit$500
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Weight limit35 lb
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Pet Limit2
- Cats Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$45
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One time Fee$0
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Pet deposit$500
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Weight limit35 lb
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Pet Limit2
- Parking
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CoveredFREE PARKING SPACE included in rent!--1 Max, Assigned Parking
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GarageNo additional charge for parking--1 Max, Assigned Parking
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Details
Lease Options
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6 - 13 Month Leases
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 1976
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302 units/3 stories
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About Governor's Square Apartments
About Governor’s Square: Our community is situated in vibrant downtown Sacramento, ideally positioned across from Crocker Art Museum; steps to Golden1 Arena events, Capitol Mall shopping/dining, Old Town Sacramento, Midtown and several state office buildings - with easy on/off freeway access. Nestled among lush trees and maintained green spaces, Governor’s Square is a quiet, serene oasis within the bustling metro center. Amenities include: • One assigned parking space in the gated, underground garage of your building (no extra charge) • First floor laundry facility in each building • Cardio/fitness room • Swimming pool and tub with sun deck • Gated community and overnight security patrol
Governor's Square Apartments is an apartment community located in Sacramento County and the 95814 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Sacramento City Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 3 Blocks From Golden One Center Arena
- Fitness Center
- Direct Access Garages
- Juliette Balcony From The Master Bedroom
- Upgraded Flooring And Finishes
- Free Parking With All Apartments
- Walk To Great Shopping And Dining
- Garden Sitting Areas And Pathways
- Vaulted Ceilings
- Elevator
- Adjacent To Crocker Art Museum
- Fireplace In Select Homes
- Mature Tree Landscaping
- Townhomes With Attached Garages
- Minutes To Riverfront
- Private Gated Garage Parking
- Spacious Floor Plans
- Downtown Sacramento Living!
- In Home Washer/Dryer
- Pets Welcome - Call For Details
- Private Gated Courtyard
- Sparkling Swimming Pool
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Picnic Area
- Waterfront
- Private Bathroom
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Microwave
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Handrails
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Quartz Countertops
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- High Ceilings
- Family Room
- Office
- Den
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Picnic Area
- Waterfront
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Private Bathroom
- 3 Blocks From Golden One Center Arena
- Fitness Center
- Direct Access Garages
- Juliette Balcony From The Master Bedroom
- Upgraded Flooring And Finishes
- Free Parking With All Apartments
- Walk To Great Shopping And Dining
- Garden Sitting Areas And Pathways
- Vaulted Ceilings
- Elevator
- Adjacent To Crocker Art Museum
- Fireplace In Select Homes
- Mature Tree Landscaping
- Townhomes With Attached Garages
- Minutes To Riverfront
- Private Gated Garage Parking
- Spacious Floor Plans
- Downtown Sacramento Living!
- In Home Washer/Dryer
- Pets Welcome - Call For Details
- Private Gated Courtyard
- Sparkling Swimming Pool
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Handrails
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Quartz Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- High Ceilings
- Family Room
- Office
- Den
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Known as the city’s political and financial hub, Downtown Sacramento is a bustling district filled with historic museums and architecture, a vibrant nightlife scene, chef-driven local restaurants, and performing arts theaters. Downtown is home to the California State Capitol Park and Museum, the Crocker Art Museum, Golden 1 Center, and the Ace of Spades. Commuting in this urban neighborhood is simple with access to abundant Amtrak and light rail stations. Downtown is surrounded by the Sacramento River and the American River, as well as Interstates 5 and 80 and 16th Street. There are many modern, upscale apartments available for rent in the heart of Sacramento.
Learn more about living in Downtown Sacramento| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 11.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 11.7 mi |
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Transportation options available in Sacramento include 8Th & O Station (Eb), located 0.3 mile from Governor's Square Apartments. Governor's Square Apartments is near Sacramento International, located 11.5 miles or 17 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
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Drive: | 18 min | 13.8 mi |
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Drive: | 28 min | 20.4 mi |
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Drive: | 29 min | 22.5 mi |
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Drive: | 43 min | 34.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Sacramento International
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Drive: | 17 min | 11.5 mi |
Time and distance from Governor's Square Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Old Sacramento Historic District
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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California State Railroad Museum
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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California State Capitol Museum
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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California Native Plant Demonstration Garden
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 25 min | 12.8 mi |
Property Ratings at Governor's Square Apartments
I have been in these apartments for over two years and enjoy being so close to Downtown Sacramento. I have had concerns, and the property management or leasing office have gone out their way to assist me in resolving any of my concerns. Of course, living downtown comes with unique obstacles at times but over all I have had no car break ins, and my mail is secure. I enjoy the community and the culture which I call my home. Mahzel (in the leasing Office) has always been attentive and approachable regarding any of my needs concerning my apartment and Juan head of maintenance has been great regarding any work that needed to be done on the apartment in a timely manner. Overall, my experience has been enjoyable. Any type of shared housing has issues, but the positive energy of the leasing office makes for an overall great experience for me.
It's been 2 weeks since I put in a service ticket for my kitchen sink that just free flows all over the floor. As a result the cupboard is not soaked and needs to be replaced. I am washing my dishes in my bath tub. Water leaks everywhere where the outlets are for the electric stove, dish washer and the garbage disposal. I have a ticket in for the shower hot/cold cartridge being replaced because the water unexpectedly gets scolding hot and giving my 10 year old niece 2nd degree burns. There is no sauna here. There is a forever green pool and the hot tub is lukewarm. There hasn't been mail delivery here because of the repeated break ins since AI like my apartment. Hate that I have 4 unanswered service tickets.
I lived here for 2 years in a 3rd floor 3bd/2ba. It's worth the price nothing fancy but spacious. Maintenance always fixes issues if you report them and CALL TO CHECK, they're busy too. The parking downtown isn't great but if you have the parking spot it's not a problem. We would swim in the summer and barely anyone would be out, some 20-30-year-olds and sometimes some kids. Very safe to walk inside the gates.
The two most useful things to know if you rent here are their email- leasinggovsq@att.net and that if they are neglectful in their management you can call 211 and report them to city services to motivate them to do what they should have done already. They're prone to losing maintenance requests or anything you put in their drop box or give them face to face so I recommend emailing them for confirmation of anything you discuss and receipt of drop offs and reporting maintenance requests. There will likely be several times they'll show gross neglect and will have to be reported to city services as well, and that's where the 211 number is useful. There were several times my apartment was not in acceptable living condition while I lived here, and they were defensive and unresponsive for as long as they could be when those things happened. 211 motivates them to be decent people. I've never left a bad review on an apartment building I've rented in before, but they earned it. 0/5
The people you talk with and sign your lease with are seriously misleading you about their ability to take care of you as a tenant and take care of the property. What they are selling you is lies of a well maintained property. Look closely, it is utterly falling apart on the outside and in the units. The contract is not negotiable. I asked to leave my lease a few months early and was met with a) Haughty laughter from the manager of the local office b) no response from Watt Property whatsoever. I have had a FLOOD in my bedroom at 1am that caused significant damage. They didn't replace the carpet, so I got the pleasure of an industrial strength blower in my room for a whole week. Compensation for my trouble? Lol. No. Mold in my bedroom, which the maintenance supervisor denied for weeks, until a hardwood specialist came in and pulled up the floor and 30 square feet was rotted out and molded from the last season's rains. Did they repair the concrete that allowed the leak into the bedroom during summer? No. I pray for no mold this winter, but I bet it's coming. The security is a lie. You can access the garages from the outside by pressing a button which you can reach into. There are no CCTV cameras on the property like they claim. The security guy they employ at night just sits in his truck and doesn't patrol the property. The place is dangerously so easy to breach that I escort my girlfriend out into the garage if it's any time past 10:00pm. The maintenance, as noted above, is a joke. They will write down your work order and send it to the east coast for payment approval. A lot of them just get denied or underfunded (per the maintenance people who work here - like they will request 5 parts and get 3 back). Do they tell you along the way? No. And if you ask for copies of your work orders, they will not release them to you "per company policy." Good luck claiming anything in court if it ever gets really bad. They keep terrible records on very critical quality-of-life maintenance that is one of the reasons the rent is so high. It may be broken, but you will continue paying max rent while it's broken for months and months. There are lots of bugs of various kinds. Centipedes, roaches, stinkbugs, spiders. No ants, though. I wouldn't call it an infestation but they will definitely be coming in and dying on your kitchen floor from time to time.
I lived at Governor's Square apartments for two years and during this time was extremely taken advantage of. The pool was green from July 2015-September 2015, so the only nice part about the place was unusable. The hot tub is turned off in the winter months. My refrigerator broke and management refused to replace it for 3 weeks. During November 2015, my entire building did not have hot running water for 3 weeks. There has been major construction going on for the last year that starts with hammering at 7am Monday through Friday and doesn't cease until 4:30. When I asked to speak to the manager on site's superiors about the issue with the refrigerator, I was told that she was not allowed to give me their contact information. My car was broken into two times on the street. The working staff here is extremely rude and unhelpful. Also security is virtually non-existant, as many nights in the summer there have been groups of rowdy people in the hot tub at 3 am. Smoke detectors in unoccupied units are not checked regularly, as they have been chirping every 15 minutes for the past 6 months. When I called the office to report this, I was told that this woman did not know which units were occupied or not. This place was a disaster.
Worst renting experience I have ever had. My apartment was unlived in for 6 months as I was deployed with the Armed Forces, while I was gone governor's square had refused to return my security deposit claiming damage for nearly the exact amount of the deposit (convenient how it all adds up nearly identically). The apartment had been maintained by a house sitter and was completely unmodified. It shows their level of professionalism taking advantage of a US service member when deployed to war and robbing him blind. Management's suggested remedy was "sue us" young lady on the phone repeated that menacing threat several times as if taunting me. Additionally throughout my 18 months there I had issues with rodent infestation and black mold superseding the permissible levels (governor's square denies this but I have had an independent hygienist sample the property and found egregious levels of black mold and environmental hazards). We are preparing a case to submit to the CA Attorney General for investigation of deceptive and malicious business practices. There are so many better properties in the area that are more modern, less money, better kept and with professional staff. I recommend avoiding this property at all costs.
This apartment is located in the heart of Downtown Sac, walking distance to midtown, old sac, and the new arena (completion 2016). The apartments are older and dated, assuming mid 80's, the property management is sort of a hassle (which is the only downfall). Other than that this place has a pool and parking garage. It is so close to being the perfect fit, but so close to being a waste of $ too. If you can stand the property management and the $ it is worth it.
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Governor's Square Apartments is in the city of Sacramento. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.8 mile of the property.Five parks are within 1.6 miles, including Old Sacramento Historic District, California State Railroad Museum, and California State Capitol Museum.
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1451 3rd St
Sacramento, CA 95814
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