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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Gas range
  • Reserved parking available
  • Laundry on site for resident use

Location

5478 Carlson Drive #21, Sacramento, CA 95819, USA|California State University-Sacramento
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Management

North Coast United, Inc.

Leasing office

(844) 334-0251 ext. 3408

Property Overview

5478 Carlson Drive is a highly rated rental option with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10, highlighted by exceptional price (10/10), strong amenities and location (9/10 each), and solid quality and trustworthiness scores (7/10). Residents can enjoy convenient on-site laundry, a gas range, and reserved parking, along with nearby top-rated elementary schooling. The property is also well-suited to pet owners, with outdoor spaces and multiple nearby pet services and supply stores.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 5478 Carlson Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5478 Carlson Drive 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath375 sqft$1,295 /mo-$500 deposit on approved credit -Cats and small dogs ok -Minutes away from downtown Sac -Reserved parking available -Laundry on site for resident use -Gas Range -No Smoking property

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Amenities for 5478 Carlson Drive

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor
Walk-in Closet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 5478 Carlson Drive

HomeApartments in SacramentoCalifornia State University-Sacramento 5478 Carlson Drive

Live a life of convenience at the Carlson Drive Apartments in this gorgeous River Park community. Let Carlson Drive Apartments be your open door to the excitement and opportunities in the area! Our featured amenities include reserved off-street parking, laundry facility for resident use, gas ranges, modern appliances, and fully remodeled units. 6 parks within 4.5 miles, including Paradise Beach County Recreation Area, Sutter's Fort State Historical Monument, Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park, McKinley Park & of course the famous Clunie Pool! River Park Shopping center is conveniently located within walking distance, as well as a variety of restaurants and diners to accommodate all of your needs!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 5478 Carlson Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5478 Carlson Drive 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 5478 Carlson Drive
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.
5478 Carlson Drive 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·9A 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.
5478 Carlson Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5478 Carlson Drive receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5478 Carlson Drive 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 5478 Carlson Drive to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
5478 Carlson Drive provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

5478 Carlson Drive is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the 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 5478 Carlson Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in California State University-Sacramento

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
California State University-Sacramento
Sacramento
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Sacramento
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,473
June 2024$1,491
July 2024$1,496
August 2024$1,513
September 2024$1,539
October 2024$1,505
November 2024$1,509
December 2024$1,556
January 2025$1,530
February 2025$1,514
March 2025$1,503
April 2025$1,495
May 2025$1,495
June 2025$1,495
July 2025$1,497
August 2025$1,507
September 2025$1,528
October 2025$1,496
November 2025$1,495
December 2025$1,497
January 2026$1,495
February 2026$1,495
March 2026$1,495
April 2026$1,495
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in California State University-Sacramento
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$1,450
May 2025$1,450
June 2025$1,475
July 2025$1,475
August 2025$1,475
September 2025$1,475
October 2025$1,485
November 2025$1,545
December 2025$1,638
January 2026$1,599
February 2026$1,597

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,295.
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Schools near 5478 Carlson Drive

Caleb Greenwood Elementary School

5457 carlson dr

sacramento, CA, 95819

K-6Public
A-

Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary School

1410 60th st

sacramento, CA, 95819

K-6Public
A-

Washington Elementary School

520 18th st

sacramento, CA, 95814

K-6Public
B-

Leonardo Da Vinci

4701 joaquin way

sacramento, CA, 95822

K-8Public
B+

Larry G. Meeks Academy

2775 millcreek dr

sacramento, CA, 95833

K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood

California State University-Sacramento | Sacramento, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Sacramento near 5478 Carlson Drive #21

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5478 Carlson Drive #21, Sacramento

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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