Vintage Natomas Field Senior Apartments

Pros

• Cherie and Maria are excellent managers who listen and respond quickly.
• Bert and Shawn keep the apartments well maintained and are courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable about repairs.
• The facility is well-maintained and residents feel safe.
• The staff are wonderful and highly impressive; they come recommended.
• Maria is an awesome and helpful person throughout the experience.
• The staff are fantastic, helpful, courteous, and maintenance repairs are done quickly.
• The place is very quiet with nice residents and clean apartments.
• Maintenance work is responsive and satisfactory to residents.
• The property features awesome landscaping, clubhouse, pool, and walk-in closets.
• The staff are very professional, courteous, and respectful of residents' homes.
• The complex is welcoming, clean, well-maintained, and offers great rent prices.
• Residents view it as a community with friendly neighbors and good amenities.

Cons

• They state that rent was raised after three months and they were not informed of the increase when signing the lease.
• They claim that complaints fall on deaf ears.
• They lament that the trees by Building Nine, which used to buffer traffic, have died, making fumes, soot, and noise unhealthy.
• They advocate gating the property or adding speed bumps to slow through traffic due to nearby development.
• They believe rent increases for seniors on fixed incomes are unfair.
• They note there is no model unit available and that there is about a year-long waiting list.

Review

This upper-scale retirement setting stands out as a thoughtfully designed and well-cared-for place to call home. The location blends easy access to services with a quiet, peaceful atmosphere that feels miles away from the bustle it's near. One resident who has lived here since September of last year describes the shift from a previously noisy neighborhood on Del Paso Road - where gunshots and constant commotion were common - to a community that feels safe, serene, and well maintained. The third-floor vantage point provides a lovely view, and the overall sense of calm is a daily comfort. Many residents express heartfelt gratitude for having found this location and for the sense of home it affords after years of searching.

Central to the positive experience is the staff, whose professionalism and responsiveness have left a lasting impression. Cherie and Maria, the managers, are repeatedly praised for listening and addressing requests promptly. The maintenance team - Bert and Shawn in particular - is lauded for keeping apartments in top shape, being courteous, friendly, and highly knowledgeable about repairs. Across several testimonials, residents highlight a level of care and attentiveness that makes daily life smoother and more enjoyable. The management and maintenance teams are frequently singled out as reasons this community feels so well run and welcoming.

Residents consistently describe this as a place that truly lives up to the idea of home. People speak of the strong sense of community, the friendliness of neighbors, and the welcoming, well-kept grounds. One person notes that the complex feels more like a neighborhood than a simple apartment complex, underscoring the emphasis on community and connection. The equity of experience is reinforced by comments like "this is my home," and "I love it here," reflecting deep satisfaction with the overall living environment, the quiet atmosphere, and the comfort of living among considerate, engaged neighbors.

Amenities and unit features also receive high praise. The property is described as well-maintained with inviting communal spaces such as a clubhouse, a pool, and landscaped grounds that contribute to a pleasant lifestyle. For those seeking convenience, many units offer practical features like walk-in closets, and a number of buildings include washers and dryers. Elevators are available in some buildings, which adds to the accessibility and ease of daily living. The community also highlights a breadth of activities designed for residents and, in some accounts, transportation support to local grocery stores, underscoring a commitment to convenience and social engagement. The combination of amenities, thoughtful design, and active programming helps residents feel engaged and spoiled in the best possible way.

Of course, no living situation is without its challenges, and a few residents point to issues that merit attention. A specific example involves a resident who signed a lease and, three months later, received notice of a rent increase that wasn't disclosed at the outset. This mention underscores the importance of clear communication around pricing and contract terms. On the other hand, residents who focus on the long view frequently note that the community's value remains strong, with some explicitly calling out "great prices for rent" or appreciating the balance between cost and the high level of service and quality of life provided. The surrounding neighborhood's evolution also comes up in conversations about safety and traffic: a few residents express concerns about fumes, noise, and the need for better traffic buffering as new businesses and developments - such as Costco and other stores nearby - attract more activity. Suggestions like gate entry or speed controls reflect a desire to preserve the sense of security and calm even as the area grows.

Beyond individual units, the sense of pride in the grounds and the overall environment is clear. Residents note the visible care taken with landscaping and the general upkeep of the community as a whole. Even when addressing areas for improvement, residents frame their feedback with a constructive eye toward preserving the high standard of living the property has established. Some comments call out the importance of preserving the buffer trees near a high-traffic building to minimize fumes and noise, reinforcing a shared commitment to healthier living conditions and better air quality. In short, the community is seen as something more than a place to live: it's a well-tended, evolving neighborhood where residents feel seen, heard, and respected.

The combination of a peaceful setting, responsive management, strong maintenance, and a broad array of amenities creates a compelling picture of senior living at its best. The feedback paints a picture of a place where neighbors forge friendships, where staff go the extra mile to address needs, and where the everyday routines of life - relaxing by the pool, organizing activities, or simply enjoying a quiet sunset from a third-floor view - feel comfortable and rewarding. For many residents, this is not just a residence; it's a welcoming community that provides stability, safety, and a sense of belonging in a time of life when those qualities matter most. As the area continues to grow and evolve, the community's leaders and residents seem committed to maintaining the balance between accessibility, affordability, and the quiet, home-like atmosphere that makes this place special.

Cafes

• Starbucks (0.4 miles)
• Dutch Bros Coffee (2.2 miles)
• Tree House Cafe (4.1 miles)
• Starbucks (4.4 miles)
• Temple (4.4 miles)
• Milka Coffee Roasters (4.5 miles)
• Temple Coffee Roasters (5.1 miles)

Restaurants

• McDonald's (0.5 miles)
• Taqueria Rincon Alteno (0.6 miles)
• In-N-Out Burger (0.8 miles)
• The Waffle Experience (0.9 miles)
• Jack In The Box (1 miles)
• Taco Bell (1 miles)
• In-N-Out Burger (1 miles)

Pharmacies

• Walmart Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
• Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
• Walgreens (1.7 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
• Rite Aid (3.2 miles)
• Walgreens (4.3 miles)

Theaters

• Regal Natomas Marketplace Screenx, 4Dx & RPX (0.9 miles)

Physicians

• Shahid Nadeem, DHMS - Natomas Homeopathic Clinic (2.1 miles)
• LensCrafters at Macy s (4.3 miles)
• Kaiser Permanente Sports Medicine Center (4.4 miles)
• Tak Andrew J MD (4.7 miles)
• Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat (4.7 miles)
• Sacramento Eye Consultants (5.2 miles)
• Sacramento Center For Hematology & Medical Oncology (5.5 miles)

Parks

• Regency Community Park (2.4 miles)
• River Walk Park (4.1 miles)
• Granite Park (4.3 miles)
• Riverfront Promenade (4.5 miles)
• Rio Linda Central Park (4.6 miles)
• Sutter's Landing Park (4.8 miles)
• Capitol Park (4.8 miles)

Transportation

• Amtrak Sacramento Valley Station (4.1 miles)
• Sacramento Jet Centers (5 miles)
• Delta Air Lines (5.2 miles)
• Terminal A (5.2 miles)
• Baggage Claim (5.2 miles)
• Southwest Airlines (5.3 miles)
• Sacramento International Airport (SMF) (5.3 miles)

Places of Worship

• St Francis of Assisi (5.3 miles)

Hospitals

• Greater Sacramento Surgery Center (5.8 miles)