
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Core Neighborhood of Sacramento, CA (37 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Downtown Core area of Sacramento with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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805 H St

819 H St
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1108 Alice St

820 B St, Unit 203

539-539 Scripps Dr

1945 Lehigh Dr

623-619 5th St

1408 Mello Pl

422 E St

516 K St

2083 5th St
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1529 Oak Ave

707 5th St

815 Chestnut Ln

1921 Drexel Dr

1229 Menlo Dr

908 Oak Ave

214 A St

503 1st St

University View Townhomes
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Downtown Core, Sacramento, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Core?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Core Studio Apartments | $1,590 | $1,075 | $1,800 |
| Downtown Core 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $885 | $3,250 |
| Downtown Core 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $665 | $3,580 |
| Downtown Core 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $820 | $4,495 |
| Downtown Core 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $799 | $4,900 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Core, Sacramento, CA
Ranked #107
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sacramento. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown Core is one of the finest upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Core
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Core Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Core ranges from $885 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,819.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Core cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Core range from $665 to $3,580. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,124.
How expensive are Downtown Core Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 23 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Core on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $820 to $4,495 - averaging $2,445 for the location.
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