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Studio Apartments for Rent in Truckee, CA

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    Starting at $1,936 Per Month

    • Studio - 4 Beds

    7650 Highlands View Rd, Truckee, CA 96161

    Welcome to Sawmill Heights, where comfort and convenience enhance your modern lifestyle. Our Truckee, CA, apartments feature everything you need to live a life of adventure in a place that feels like home as soon as you walk through the door. Get a taste of the thriving neighborhood that surrounds you with easy access to a range of restaurants, parks, entertainment, and local shops. At Sawmill

    Sawmill Heights

    7650 Highlands View Rd, Truckee, CA 96161
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    Starting at $2,050 Per Month

    • Studio - 3 Beds

    10551 E Jibboom St, Truckee, CA 96161

    Beautiful, brand new apartment homes in Truckee! Choose from studios, one bedrooms, two bedrooms and three bedrooms. Enjoy all of the comforts of home at Coburn Crossing -- gorgeous finishes including granite countertops, stainless steel energy efficient appliances and a great location! Take our video tours!Studio:

    Coburn Crossing

    10551 E Jibboom St, Truckee, CA 96161

Why Live in Truckee

Truckee, California, a small community with a rich history, has evolved from a pit stop on the Emigrant Trail to a vibrant town known for its outdoor activities and historic charm. Downtown Truckee, also known as Historic Truckee, features brick buildings from the 1860s, housing shops, restaurants, and galleries. Donner Pass Road is the main thoroughfare, offering casual and fine dining options. The Truckee River flows through this area, providing a scenic waterfront walking and biking path. The town hosts popular events like Truckee Thursdays, a weekly summer street fair, and the Truckee 4th of July Parade. Nature is a significant part of life in Truckee, with activities such as boating, fishing, water skiing, golf, hiking, and mountain biking. The area boasts seven ski resorts, including Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort, which hosted the 1960 Olympic Games. Donner Lake and Prosser Creek Reservoir offer less crowded alternatives to Lake Tahoe. Home styles in Truckee vary, with historic homes downtown, cabin-style homes in Tahoe Donner, modern chalets in Gray’s Crossing, and ranch-style homes in Glenshire-Devonshire. Luxury golf course communities like Lahontan, Schaffer’s Mill, and Martis Camp are located to the south. The Truckee-Tahoe Unified School District and Sierra Expeditionary Learning School are highly rated, serving the educational needs of the community. Interstate 80 connects Truckee to Reno, 30 miles east, and Sacramento, 100 miles west, though traffic can be heavy during peak seasons and winter storms. The town is also accessible via Amtrak and the nearby Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Truckee, CA?
The median rent for a home in Truckee, CA is $4,500 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of September 2026, single-family homes tend to be the most affordable option while condos are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Truckee, CA?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Truckee, CA, a household needs to earn roughly $180,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $4,500 per month in Truckee, CA, renters typically need to show $13,500 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Truckee, CA?
In Truckee, CA, the price-to-rent ratio is 22.6, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
2
Median Rent
$4,500
Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,200
Median Condo Rent
$5,386
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