Carmichael Apartments and Rentals

An affluent suburb in Sacramento County, Carmichael is located within the Sacramento-Arden-Arcade–Roseville, Calif., metropolitan statistical area. 

There are many high-quality Carmichael apartments for rent, as the suburb features a variety of housing options. The suburb had over 25,000 households in 2010, and the percentage of community residents below the poverty level was 3.5 percent lower than the California average from 2006 to 2010. 

This neighborhood is small when compared to many high-end areas in California, and contains only 13.53 square miles. However, there are only about 4,565 citizens per square mile, so it's likely residents will have plenty of space to enjoy themselves in this suburb.

Carmichael delivers many of the benefits of living in California's capital city. It is located about 15 miles northeast of Sacramento, and is easily accessible via public transportation. It is also close to Interstate 80, which begins at U.S. 101 in San Francisco.

While it might be convenient to travel outside this neighborhood, the rentals in Carmichael are adjacent to many local opportunities. For instance, the Carmichael Recreation and Park District, a dependent special district of the County of Sacramento, manages park land throughout the suburb. It manages 183 total acres, including six fully developed parks and a botanical garden that community members have enjoyed for over 50 years.

A variety of Sacramento County employers provide job opportunities to Carmichael residents. The county's top employers include Aerojet-General Corp. in Rancho Cordova and American River College in Sacramento. It's possible that residents could earn higher incomes in Carmichael, as the U.S. Census Bureau notes the suburb's per capita money income measured over the course of a year from 2006 and 2010 was about $3,000 higher than the state's average.

As one of the communities included in the San Juan School District, Carmichael provides kids with various learning opportunities. The district assists pupils in Carmichael, Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, Orangevale, Rancho Cordova and areas of Sacramento.

Despite its reputation as a high-end community, residents may be able to find affordable apartments for rent in Carmichael, CA. the U.S. Census Bureau notes that the cost of living in Carmichael was slightly lower than the national average, and the median gross rent for the suburb was around $929.

Residents often find many reasons to enjoy Carmichael, including its vast selection of attractions.

For example, the Ancil Hoffman Golf Course typically hosts tournaments that attract visitors of all ages. It's also popular to check out this course to enjoy its driving range, 9- and 18-hole games and tutorials from experienced professionals. Weekend and midweek tournaments allow visitors to showcase their skills and compete against others at this Carmichael favorite.

Sports aren't for everyone, but naturalists and recreational enthusiasts frequently appreciate the Effie Yeaw Nature Center in Carmichael. This nature center is a cultural education center located within the American River Parkway and managed by the American River Natural History Association. It is part of a 77-acre natural preserve that includes aquatic habitats and shrub lands, and features three self-guided trails that provide residents an opportunity to explore the great outdoors. The center's trails are open from dawn to dusk, and visitors might also enjoy its exhibits, bookstore and gift shop.

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