North Oak Park

Sacramento, CA

North Oak Park - Sacramento, CA

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

4 (3 Reviews)

A walkable, affordable local minutes from Downtown Sacramento

Diverse • Great Location • Affordable • Park-Like • Walkable • Bicycle-Friendly •

Neighboring Med Center, North Oak Park is an excellent option for renters looking for excellent access to some of the best things Sacramento has to offer at a fraction of the cost. Compared to other Sacramento neighborhoods, North Oak Park has a variety of affordable to more upscale rental options available. Although it’s common for residents to travel to the heart of the city for shopping, dining, and entertainment, the neighborhood has a good number of amenities. Along Broadway you’ll find art galleries, intimate entertainment venues, eclectic cafes, boutiques, a brewery, and more. Residents enjoy a breath of fresh air and abundant amenities including a themed play area, a community pool, and an annual farmers market at McClatchy Park. This diverse neighborhood is walkable and it's common to see neighbors riding their bikes to work in Midtown or Downtown, which are both only three miles away.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in North Oak Park is $1,678 for a studio, $1,382 for one bedroom, $2,314 for two bedrooms, and $1,971 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in North Oak Park has increased by 2.3% in the past year.

Studio
585 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,678/month

Average Rent

1 BR
576 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,382/month

Average Rent

2 BR
946 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,314/month

Average Rent

3 BR
0 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,971/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Reviews of North Oak Park - Sacramento, CA

Niche Reviews

4 3 Reviews

Niche User

9 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review

I know that when I first moved here crime was prevalent, but in the last couple years things have definitely gotten much better. Police are more active and the neighborhoods have become safer. Still has it's days but I would say that I feel much more comfortable living here now.

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