March 18, 2026 / Author: the Railyards
Discover why The AJ apartments are the best place to live in Sacramento right now.
In 2026, the Railyards is home to the best place to live in Sacramento.
For decades, the Railyards held the promise of a district that could double Downtown Sacramento’s size. In 2026, that promise can be seen in exciting new projects at various stages of development.
A soccer stadium has broken ground. A live music venue is taking shape inside a 19th-century railroad building. The Kaiser Permanente medical campus is under construction.
And right in the middle of all of it, one completed project is welcoming residents home and inviting business owners to open shop: The A.J.
The AJ Puts You in the Middle of the Railyards' Rise
Here’s what’s happening within walking distance of The AJ right now: the Sacramento Republic FC broke ground on a 12,000-seat stadium. That venue is scheduled to open in 2027, and it will bring professional soccer, concerts, festivals, and events to the Railyards year-round.
Next door, the historic Central Shops buildings are being restored and reimagined, starting with the Paint Shop concert venue. These are buildings that once housed locomotive repair operations for the Southern Pacific Railroad. Soon, the Paint Shop, a 47,700-square-foot live music venue, is expected to host more than 120 events a year.
Kaiser Permanente’s new 18-acre medical campus broke ground in 2025, bringing an eight-story hospital, medical offices, and thousands of healthcare jobs to the district when construction is completed in 2029.
The AJ sits in close proximity to the Golden 1 Center and DOCO, where Sacramento’s dining, shopping, and entertainment scene is already thriving. Old Sacramento’s waterfront is less than a mile away. Sutter Health Park, where the Athletics are playing Major League Baseball through at least 2027, is nearby.
And the Sacramento Valley Station connects AJ residents to the broader region by rail, making it easy to get to the Bay Area, the Sierra foothills, or anywhere in between without a car.
Live at The AJ
Searching for an apartment to rent in Sacramento can feel overwhelming at times. Do you prioritize location, square footage, or amenities? The AJ takes the guesswork out of apartment shopping and delivers on all of them: quartz countertops, stainless-steel energy-efficient appliances, smart-home thermostats and keyless entry, in-unit washer and dryer, and a parking garage with EV charging.
The AJ’s observation deck offers panoramic views of the Sacramento skyline, complete with fire tables for those evenings when you want to sit outside and watch the city light up. The Sky Lounge has a hospitality kitchen and a reservable gathering space. The heated pool and private cabanas give you a resort-style retreat without leaving the building. There’s a 24-hour fitness center, a bike repair station, and a dedicated pet-wash room at this pet-friendly community.
Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans offer flexibility, whether you’re working from home, building a career downtown, or simply ready for a change of scenery. Explore floor plans at The AJ.
Be the First to Come Home to the Railyards
The AJ is the first residential community in the Railyards, and its residents get a front-row view of the most anticipated project in the city’s history being built before their eyes. The AJ’s residents are here as the stadium opens, the concert venue hosts its first show, and the Central Shops become everyone’s favorite gathering place.
And The AJ puts you at the center of it.
Sacramento’s Railyards is having its moment, and living at The AJ makes you a part of it right now.
Schedule a tour, explore floor plans, or contact The AJ’s leasing team at liveattheaj.com to find your home in the Railyards.
The Railyards is the nation’s largest infill development project, transforming a historic railroad site into a walkable urban neighborhood. The AJ is the first residential community in the district, offering studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom pet-friendly apartments with modern amenities and a location in the heart of Sacramento’s most dynamic new neighborhood.
