Most Expensive Zip Codes to Rent in Sacramento [Fall Updated 2021]


Thinking of renting a home or apartment in Sacramento? If so, you will probably want to explore the area rents before you make a decision. A newly released report by RentHub shows significant price increases in apartment rents in the Sacramento region.. If you are looking to rent a home instead of an apartment, adjust the monthly rent number upwards. Even though these numbers are based on apartment rents, you can still get an idea of where rents are the most affordable in the city. If you’re looking to avoid most expensive zip codes to rent, then scroll down to our most affordable places to rent below. You may also want to look at our Top 10 Places to Live in Sacramento to review the desirability of these neighborhoods.

We looked at the data and broke down 30 different zip codes by price range. The Top 10 most expensive. The Top 10 most affordable and the 10 mid range neighborhoods to consider when looking to rent a home.

Top 10 most expensive zip codes to rent in Sacramento

Starting off at #1 most expensive zip code to rent is Land Park. Not surprising given that it is a college town with lots of students and a great ambiance. El Dorado Hills and Folsom are bedroom communities for Intel employees. These employees often have lots of income or are here on temporary projects short term projects.

Position City Zip Code Median Rents
1 Land Park (Sacramento) 95818 4250
2 Elk Grove 95624 3095
3 Rocklin 95677 2995
4 Granite Bay 95746 2900
5 Lincoln 95648 2833
6 El Dorado Hills 95762 2765
7 Dixon 95620 2710
8 Elk Grove 95758 2680
9 West Sacramento 95605 2678
10 Auburn 95602 2662

Top 10 most affordable zip codes to rent in Sacramento

If you are looking for a pleasant and affordable neighborhood, consider the following areas. Bear in mind that prices are only averages. For nicer streets or complexes you will likely pay more than the average number below.

Position City Zip Code Monthly Rents
1 Del Paso Heights 95815 1050
2 Carmichael 95608 1795
3 Antelope 95842 1850
4 Florin/South Sacramento 95823 1810
5 Arden Arcade 95864 1836
6 Lemon Hill (Sacramento) 95824 1839
7 Roseville 95661 2000
8 Rancho Cordova 95670 2005
9 Citrus Heights 95610 2005
10 North Arcade (Sacramento) 95821 2035

Mid price range zip codes to rent in Sacramento

Moving up the price scale, these last 10 zip codes cover the mid range priced neighborhoods.

11 South Oak Park 95820 2090
12 Arden 95825 2106
13 Fair Oaks 95628 1266
14 Executive Airport 95822 2116
15 Natomas 95834 2135
16 North Highlands 95660 2137
17 Pocket/Greenhaven 95831 2147
18 Lincoln Village 95827 2192
19 Citrus Heights 95621 2195
20 Rosemont/College Greens 95826 2195