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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off street parking
  • Off street parking available
  • Onsite laundry room
  • Laundry room onsite
  • Cozy studio apartment
  • Kitchen includes stove, refrigerator, microwave

Location

5479 Carlson Dr, Sacramento, CA 95819, USA|California State University-Sacramento
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Management

North Coast United, Inc.

Leasing office

(916) 483-7250

Property Overview

5479 Carlson Dr offers a strong overall renter experience, with an 8.6/10 expert rating, competitive value, and high marks for location, quality, and amenities. Notable features include off-street parking, an onsite laundry room, and a cozy studio apartment with a stove, refrigerator, and microwave, while nearby essentials include a grocery store and a top-rated elementary school.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5479 Carlson Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5479 Carlson Dr 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

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,650 /mo1 unit availableCity Outside. Tranquility Inside - Cozy studio apartment home. 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 5 minutes away, as well as a variety of restaurants and diners to accommodate all of your needs! Apply today to schedule a tour of your new home! -Cats and small dogs ok -Minutes away from downtown Sac -Laundry room onsite -off street parking

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Amenities for 5479 Carlson Dr

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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HomeApartments in SacramentoCalifornia State University-Sacramento 5479 Carlson Dr

City Outside. Tranquility Inside - Cozy studio apartment home. 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 5 minutes away, as well as a variety of restaurants and diners to accommodate all of your needs! Apply today to schedule a tour of your new home! -Cats and small dogs ok -Minutes away from downtown Sac -Laundry room onsite -off street parking


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5479 Carlson Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5479 Carlson Dr 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 5479 Carlson Dr
Price·9A 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.
5479 Carlson Dr stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, 5479 Carlson Dr 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.
5479 Carlson Dr 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·9A 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.
5479 Carlson Dr has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
5479 Carlson Dr 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.

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 5479 Carlson Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away

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Rent trends in California State University-Sacramento

1-bedroom apartments at 5479 Carlson Dr cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in California State University-Sacramento.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
California State University-Sacramento
Sacramento
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Sacramento
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,525
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
May 2026$1,495
June 2026$1,495
July 2026$1,495
August 2026$1,495
September 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
July 2026$1,400
August 2026$1,498
September 2026$1,484

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Schools near 5479 Carlson Dr

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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Getting around Sacramento near 5479 Carlson Dr

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
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

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

Points of interest for 5479 Carlson Dr, 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 walking distance

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

10/10
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

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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