California State University, Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

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California State University, Sacramento - Sacramento, CA Area Guide

A first-rate institution on the banks of the American River

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Sacramento State provides a stellar array of educational resources and research opportunities in one of California’s most historic cities. The heavily-wooded campus is home to some of Sacramento’s most unique landmarks, including the Golden Gate-inspired Guy West Bridge and the terminus of the legendary Pony Express. The university is positioned in a mostly residential sector for Sacramento, but a few nearby bars and restaurants have become local favorites, particularly Hoppy Brewing Company, Dos Coyotes Border Café, and Fahrenheit 250 Barbecue. The campus is surrounded by neighborhoods (including the area directly across the river, connected to the west bank by the bridges at J Street and Howe Avenue on either side of campus). Housing options are plentiful within easy walking distance of the university, with some surprisingly affordable houses, condos, and apartments very close by.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Sacramento, CA is $1,470 for a studio, $1,564 for one bedroom, $1,870 for two bedrooms, and $2,420 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sacramento has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 474 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,470/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 662 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,564/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 911 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,870/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,220 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,420/month

    Average Rent

Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly California State University, Sacramento - Sacramento, CA (University) is for everyday living.

Somewhat Walkable

63 / 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Some Transit

33 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Very Bikeable

70 / 100

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

David Lubin Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

William Land Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Genevieve Didion

Public

Grades K-8

Genevieve Didion

Public

Grades K-8

Ridgepoint Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

Pioneer Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

Gateway International

Public

Grades K-8

West Campus High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep

Public

Grades 9-12

Rio Americano High

Public

Grades 9-12

Sheldon High

Public

Grades 9-12

Natomas Charter

Public

Grades K-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Paradise Beach County Recreation Area
  • Sutter's Fort State Historical Monument
  • Governor's Mansion State Historic Park
  • Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
  • California State Capitol Museum

Military Bases

Airports

  • Sacramento International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.