As West Sacramento gears up for the Athletics' arrival, questions loom about how the move will impact the city's rental market. While there’s speculation about potential impact, a local real estate expert remains cautious about predicting any dramatic shifts.

The Sacramento-Stockton-Modesto media market ranks 20th in the country, according to Nielsen, while the A’s future home in Las Vegas ranks 40th (their former home in the Bay Area ranks 10th). Charlotte, Nashville, Montreal and Portland are among the candidates for expansion teams.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred called the Athletics temporary home in West Sacramento charming but reiterated he expects the franchise will open its new stadium in Las Vegas in 2028.