Quick answer
Sacramento has 7 notable neighborhoods. Median 1BR rent is $1,580/mo citywide. Top picks: Midtown (R Street Corridor), East Sacramento, Land Park / Curtis Park.
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Best Neighborhoods in Sacramento
7 areas ranked by vibe, walkability, and affordability. Median 1BR rent: $1,580/mo. State income tax: Up to 13.3%.
All 7 Neighborhoods
Midtown (R Street Corridor)
Most walkable, grid streets, Victorian homes, restaurants and bars; 1BR $1,500–2,000
East Sacramento
Tree-lined streets, Fab 40s (upscale historic homes), quiet, excellent schools; 1BR $1,600–2,100
Land Park / Curtis Park
Families, historic homes, Sacramento Zoo, Southside Park; 1BR $1,400–1,800
Oak Park
Gentrifying, arts community, affordable, Black history, improving rapidly; 1BR $1,200–1,600
Davis (UC Davis adjacent)
College town, bike capital of the US, farmers market, walkable; 1BR $1,600–2,100
Folsom
Safe suburb, tech companies (Intel Folsom campus), excellent schools, trails; 1BR $1,600–2,100
Elk Grove / Rancho Cordova
Most affordable metro options, diverse, growing, suburban; 1BR $1,300–1,700
Sacramento at a Glance
Median 1BR
$1,580
Median home
$450K
Walk score
58/100
State tax
Up to 13.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in Sacramento?
Sacramento's top neighborhoods include Midtown (R Street Corridor), East Sacramento, Land Park / Curtis Park. Most walkable, grid streets, Victorian homes, restaurants and bars; 1BR $1,500–2,000
What is the safest neighborhood in Sacramento?
Sacramento safety varies by area. For up-to-date crime data by neighborhood, check the Sacramento police department's public crime map. Generally, established residential areas with lower vacancy rates tend to have lower crime rates.
How much does it cost to rent in Sacramento?
City-wide median 1BR rent in Sacramento is $1,580/mo, 2BR is $1,980/mo. Prices vary by neighborhood — central and trendy areas run above the median, outer residential areas below.