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Student Housing in Sacramento, CA
About Student Housing in Sacramento
Sacramento's student housing market is centered on Sacramento State, but UC Davis students who want more urban options commute from here too. Sac State sits on the eastern edge of the city in the Tahoe Park neighborhood, and students cluster in the blocks directly around campus as well as in Midtown and East Sacramento for students who prioritize walkability and neighborhood character over campus proximity. Rents are moderate by California standards — Sacramento remains one of the more affordable large California cities — but prices have risen significantly as Bay Area workers have relocated here. Light rail connects the main student neighborhoods to campus and downtown.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Sacramento
Near Sac State (College Town / Tahoe Park)
The immediate campus area — apartment complexes designed for students, walking distance to class. Fills earlier each year as enrollment grows.
Midtown Sacramento
The most walkable and vibrant neighborhood in the city — dense, walkable, and connected by light rail to Sac State. More expensive than the campus zone but with real neighborhood character. Popular with upperclassmen and grad students.
Land Park / East Sacramento
Quieter residential neighborhoods between campus and downtown. A mix of apartments and older house rentals. Good light rail access and more affordable than Midtown.