Apartments For Rent in Carmichael, CA
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,660 - $1,975/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsHeritage Oaks | 4033 McClain Way #2656fa933,
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- $1,449 - $1,799/mo1-2 Beds1 BathAbby Creek Apartments | 5820 Fair Oaks Blvd #211,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,549 - $1,879/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsReNew Fair Oaks | 6930 Fair Oaks Blvd #20-166,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - Total price$1,250 - $1,550/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathMagnolia Place | 8200 Fair Oaks Blvd #45,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,350 - $1,550/mo1-2 Beds1 BathHillcrest Apartments | 8327 Fair Oaks Blvd #c9a5cad51,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,650 - $1,790/mo2 Beds1 BathAutumn Woods Apartment Homes | 5948 Landis Ave #017ee0126,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,395 - $1,750/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsWalnut Gardens Apartments | 5124 Gibbons Dr #3,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,700 - $1,775/mo2 Beds1 BathMorningside At Carmichael Apartment Hones | 4721 Marconi Ave #31,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,295 - $1,595/moStudio-1 Bed0-1 BathThe Atrium at Carmichael (55+) | 5757 Cypress Ave #269,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - Total price$1,426 - $2,207/moStudio-2 Beds1-3 BathsWestwood | 4900 Marconi Ave #2875-08,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,150 - $1,800/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsShelfield Apartments | 5800 Fair Oaks Blvd #e50929370,
Carmichael, CA 95608 - $1,361 - $1,951/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsHidden Oaks Apartments | 5979 Devecchi Ave #26,
Citrus Heights, CA 95621 - $1,325 - $1,375/mo1 Bed1 BathMarconi Meadows | 4730 Marconi Ave #1B-1Ba-743Sqft,
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What Locals Say about Carmichael
Review Highlights
Carmichael, CA: leafy, laid-back suburb by the American River with parks, good schools, and easy errands. People like friendly blocks, walkable shops, parks and river access, and solid schools. They dislike rush-hour jams, some crime and homelessness, dark streets, and limited transit.
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Types of apartment in Carmichael, CA
Carmichael apartments are usually low-rise garden-style buildings with stucco walls, simple trim, and open parking lots. Many were built from the 1960s to the 1980s, so the look is practical more than polished. You also see duplexes, fourplexes, and single-story rentals mixed in with houses for rent. Near Fair Oaks Boulevard and Marconi Avenue, apartments often sit on larger lots with mature trees and shaded walkways. Around Manzanita Avenue, Walnut Avenue, and the area near Carmichael Park, rentals can include older ranch houses with carports, brick details, and fenced yards.In the southern part near El Camino Avenue, apartments often feel a bit denser and closer to shopping centers. Farther east toward Fair Oaks and north toward Garfield Avenue, rentals can look more spread out, with more two-story buildings and more houses for rent on quiet side streets. Many apartments have basic interior layouts, galley kitchens, wall heat or older central air, and shared laundry. Some updated apartments add vinyl plank floors and newer cabinets, but exterior access entries and open stairways are still common. That mix matters when you compare apartments and rent in different parts of Carmichael.
Getting around Carmichael, CA
SacRT, the regional bus service, covers Carmichael along roads like Fair Oaks Boulevard, Manzanita Avenue, and Marconi Avenue. There is no light rail stop in Carmichael itself, so many renters connect by bus to stations in nearby Sacramento. Driving is the main way around, and parking is common at many apartments because lots are usually wider than in Midtown. Walking works best near Carmichael Park and larger shopping stretches. Biking can work on flatter streets, though routes vary by area.Living in Carmichael, CA
Carmichael is known for the American River Parkway, Effie Yeaw Nature Center, Ancil Hoffman Park, and community events at Carmichael Park. Those spots shape where many apartments and houses for rent are located, especially near Fair Oaks Boulevard. You can also find shopping and services around Marconi Avenue and Manzanita Avenue. Common job sectors nearby include healthcare, state government, retail, and office work in the Sacramento area, which affects where people look for apartments and rent.Average Rent Trends in Carmichael, CA
Rent in Carmichael, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Oct 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $1,750 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,825 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,800 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,850 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,750 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,750 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,750 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,795 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,795 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,800 |
| May 2026 | $1,779 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,700 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,425 | $1,750 | $2,495 | $2,500 | $1,700 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,750 | $1,300 | $2,500 | $2,195 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,295 | $1,699 | $2,200 | $2,900 | $1,725 |
| Houses | $800 | $1,900 | $2,500 | $900 | $1,995 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Carmichael, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Carmichael, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Carmichael, CA is $1,638 per month. This is about 15% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Carmichael, CA?The average rent of a house in Carmichael, CA is $1,995 per month. This is about 3% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Carmichael, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Carmichael, CA is $2,195 per month. This is about 14% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Carmichael, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Carmichael, CA was lowest in May 2025 when it was $1,708 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Carmichael, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Carmichael, CA was highest in Oct 2025 when it was $1,850 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Carmichael, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Carmichael, CA is $1,425 per month. That is about $155 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Carmichael, CA?There are 132 available rental listings in Carmichael, CA.
- What are some zip codes in Carmichael, CA?
- What are some cities near Carmichael, CA?Some nearby cities include: Fair Oaks, La Riviera, Citrus Heights, Rosemont, Mather. These cities may have more rental options to explore.