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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Gas fireplace
  • Ceiling fans
  • Fireplace

Location

1451 3rd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA|Downtown Sacramento
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Management

Governor's Square

Leasing office

(916) 444-8730

Property Overview

Governors Square Apartments is rated highly overall, with strong value for money, a competitive price, solid amenities, and a convenient location. It stands out for walkable access, nearby transit, extensive dining and recreation options, and features like a dishwasher, air conditioning, a balcony, and fireplace options, with clear property details and lots of photos adding to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Governors Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Governors Square Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath531+ sqft$1,580–$2,280 /mo3 units availableLease Information * Lease Terms: 6-12 Months * Deposit: $800 Highlights * Air Conditioning * Cable Ready * Heating * Ceiling Fans * Tub/Shower Kitchen Features & Appliances * Dishwasher * Disposal * Refrigerator * Oven * Stainless Steel Appliances * Range Floor Plan Details * Views * Walk-In Closets * Carpet * Vinyl Flooring * Window Coverings * High Ceilings * Large Bedrooms * Balcony
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath923+ sqft$1,780–$2,035 /mo3 units available
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,347 sqft$2,700 /mo1 unit available
3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,304 sqft$2,630 /mo1 unit available

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Fireplace
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About Governors Square Apartments

HomeApartments in SacramentoDowntown Sacramento Governors Square Apartments

- Lease Information * Lease Terms: 6-12 Months * Deposit: $800 Highlights * Air Conditioning * Cable Ready * Heating * Ceiling Fans * Tub/Shower Kitchen Features & Appliances * Dishwasher * Disposal * Refrigerator * Oven * Stainless Steel Appliances * Range Floor Plan Details * Views * Walk-In Closets * Carpet * Vinyl Flooring * Window Coverings * High Ceilings * Large Bedrooms * Balcony


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Governors Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Governors Square Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Governors Square Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Governors Square Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Governors Square Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Governors Square Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Governors Square Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Governors Square Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 362 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • Area has 94 parks and recreation options

Eco living

  • 94 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Governors Square Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 206 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 294 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 120 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
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Rent trends in Downtown Sacramento

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Sacramento.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Governors Square Apartments to be 27% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Sacramento.

3-bedroom apartments at Governors Square Apartments cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Downtown Sacramento.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Downtown Sacramento
Sacramento
A table of studio rental data trends in Sacramento
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,485
September 2024$1,477
October 2024$1,479
November 2024$1,499
December 2024$1,496
January 2025$1,448
February 2025$1,432
March 2025$1,419
April 2025$1,408
May 2025$1,403
June 2025$1,399
July 2025$1,409
August 2025$1,410
September 2025$1,399
October 2025$1,398
November 2025$1,395
December 2025$1,395
January 2026$1,380
February 2026$1,384
March 2026$1,395
April 2026$1,407
May 2026$1,440
June 2026$1,470
July 2026$1,422
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Sacramento
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,714
September 2024$1,704
October 2024$1,540
November 2024$1,614
December 2024$1,584
January 2025$1,538
February 2025$1,535
March 2025$1,440
April 2025$1,397
May 2025$1,408
June 2025$1,382
July 2025$1,430
August 2025$1,403
September 2025$1,395
October 2025$1,395
November 2025$1,395
December 2025$1,395
January 2026$1,431
February 2026$1,394
March 2026$1,395
April 2026$1,392
May 2026$1,381
June 2026$1,372
July 2026$1,320

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,580.
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Schools near Governors Square Apartments

William Land Elementary School

2120 12th st

sacramento, CA, 95818

K-6Public
A-

Washington Elementary School

520 18th st

sacramento, CA, 95814

K-6Public
B-

Washington Unified Virtual Academy

930 wacre rd

west sacramento, CA, 95691

K-8Public
C+

Larry G. Meeks Academy

2775 millcreek dr

sacramento, CA, 95833

K-8Public
B

Leonardo Da Vinci

4701 joaquin way

sacramento, CA, 95822

K-8Public
B+
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Getting around Sacramento near 1451 3rd St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1451 3rd St, Sacramento

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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