North Highlands Homes for Rent

North Highlands, built around the former McClellan Air Force Base, now features McClellan Park, a bustling business hub with a community park and a small airport. The neighborhood, located 10 miles from Sacramento city center, offers mid-twentieth-century ranch-style homes, typically priced about 30% less than the Sacramento County average. These homes, ranging from $300,000 for fixer-uppers to over $400,000 for larger properties with pools, are characterized by attached garages, cracked sidewalks, and tree-lined streets. The Twin River School District serves the area, with schools offering a mix of AP classes and specialized programs, though ratings are average. Freedom Park, the largest in the area, features softball fields, a tennis court, and a rocket ship-themed playground, and hosts numerous community events. The Aerospace Museum of California, adjacent to the park, showcases 35 fighter jets and offers flight simulator experiences. Watts Avenue provides shopping and dining options, including local favorites like Lou’s Burgers and Wong’s Canton Chinese. The neighborhood is well-connected by the Sacramento Regional Transit Service, with buses and the Watt/I-80 Blue Line light rail offering convenient access to downtown Sacramento. Despite rush hour traffic challenges, North Highlands benefits from proximity to Interstate 80 and Sacramento International Airport, 13 miles away.