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Gentrifying, arts community, affordable, Black history, improving rapidly; 1BR $1,200–1,600
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Oak Park, Sacramento
Gentrifying, arts community, affordable, Black history, improving rapidly; 1BR $1,200–1,600
Sacramento Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,580/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,980/mo
Median home price
$450K
Avg utilities
$145/mo
City-wide medians. Oak Park rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Sacramento breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Sacramento
Compare Oak Park with other popular areas.
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Park a good neighborhood in Sacramento?
Gentrifying, arts community, affordable, Black history, improving rapidly; 1BR $1,200–1,600
What is the rent in Oak Park, Sacramento?
Sacramento citywide median 1BR rent is $1,580/mo. Oak Park pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Sacramento often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Oak Park in Sacramento known for?
Gentrifying, arts community, affordable, Black history, improving rapidly; 1BR $1,200–1,600
How does Oak Park compare to other Sacramento neighborhoods?
Oak Park is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Sacramento. Other options include Midtown (R Street Corridor), East Sacramento, Land Park / Curtis Park.
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