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CA • Market Analysis

Sacramento Real Estate Investment Analysis

Sacramento offers the most affordable major California market with steady demand from Bay Area migrants, state employment, and the UC Davis ecosystem.

Median Home Price
$540,000
Median Rent
$2,300
per month
Avg Cap Rate
4.70%
5-Yr Appreciation
55%
Rental Yield
5.10%
Population Growth
0.50%
Job Growth
1.50%
Vacancy Rate
5.00%

Investor pros

  • Most affordable major CA metro
  • Bay Area in-migration
  • Stable state-government employment

Investor cons

  • California tenant-protection laws (AB-1482)
  • High property prices vs. yield
  • Wildfire and insurance exposure

Commentary

Sacramento is California's most reasonable entry point. Roseville and Folsom suburbs offer the best appreciation + rent stability blend.