Moving to Sac... (Sacramento: best neighborhoods, to rent, home)

[lizziedawn]

My room mate and I will be moving to Sacramento at the end of next month. We will be attending college in the Natomas area, I believe. Neither of us are familiar with the Sacramento area. We are looking for a SAFE place to live that is also affordable. We are willing to pay $1000 a month, maybe a little more. What are some areas that are close to the school, affordable and safe? What are some of the best neighborhoods to consider in and around Sacramento? Thanks

[wburg]

Natomas isn't bad, and fairly reasonable rent-wise. Where is this school you are attending?

[zen_klown]

If you are looking for somewhere to rent and you will be going to school in Natomas, then I would just find some place near school.

[old_blue_truck]

I live in Midtown and I absolutely love it. It's more of a commute to Natomas, though.

[ubu]

Having lived in Natomas, I can't actually say I would recommend that other people buy there, because the neighborhood seems to be in decline. But if you were just looking for a neighborhood to rent that is close to school, I think Natomas is probably a very good choice.

[NikkiK]

I would look in North Natomas (north of I-80). I rented in South Natomas and did not feel safe at either of the complexes I lived in on either side of I-5. I love North Natomas and we actually bought a home here. Good luck!