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Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
California City, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where California City rent stands today
California City, CA rent slipped 2.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,700/month. Renters today are paying $50 less per month on average than last year, despite an 8.8% increase month over month in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
California City is 10.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters compared to many other metros.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in California City are $1,398/month, 1-bedrooms are $1,200/month, 2-bedrooms are $1,300/month, 3-bedrooms are $1,825/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $2,700/month. The bedroom-tier rents show a wide range reflecting diverse renter needs.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 1-bedroom segment climbed 17.1% year over year, and the 4+ bedroom segment rose 20.0%, diverging from the citywide decline of 2.9%. These shifts show varying demand across bedroom sizes in California City, CA.
Median rent
Median rent in California City
$1,700/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in California City is $1,700 per month as of October 2026. This is 11% below the national average rent, or $200 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in California City
55
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of California City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in California City, CA
Average rent prices in California City have increased by 9% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
California City, CA
Rent prices in California City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in California City is $1,297, whereas a house costs $1,825. 1-bedroom apartments in California City run $1,095 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,300.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,397 | 30% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,200 | No Change |  17% | |
2 bedroom | $1,300 | 4% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,825 | 3% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,700 | No Change | 20% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in California City, CA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,297 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $950 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,825 | 3% | 6% | |
Rooms | $1,200 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,397
Last 30 days
30%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last year
17%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,825
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,700
Last year
20%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in California City, CA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,297
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$950
Houses
Average rent
$1,825
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,200
The table above reflects average rent prices in California City, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in California City, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in California City and Apple Valley by all bedroom counts and property types.
California City
11%lower than the national median
11%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in California City, CA is equal to the median rent in Apple Valley, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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4%$1,950
9%$2,895
21%$3,477
10%$2,197
Discover rentals in California City, CA
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
16h ago
10940 Jeremy Dr, California City, CA 93505
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
110 Camp Fire Dr #NA, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 15
2d ago
9848 Sally Ave, California City, CA 93505
2 beds
2 baths
$1,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
10096 Glen Road #1, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$2,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
2d ago
House for rent in California City
19825 Taylor St, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
17481 Granada Drive, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
17481 17481 Granada Drive #1, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 1
4d ago
Apartment for rent in California City
7641 Walpole Ave #B, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$1,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in California City
9300 Holly Ave #3, California City, CA 93505
2 beds
2 baths
$1,475
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
3 beds
2 baths
$1,975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
9749 N Loop Blvd, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
9848 Sally Ave, California City, CA 93505
2 beds
2 baths
$1,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
10016 Mendiburu Rd #1, California City, CA 93505
4 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 30
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
17481 17481 Granada Drive #1, California City, CA 93505
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in California City
6151 Poppy Blvd #D, California City, CA 93505
2 beds
2 baths
$1,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in California City
8536 Aspen Ave #A, California City, CA 93505
2 beds
1 bath
$1,575
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
10940 Jeremy Dr, California City, CA 93505
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in California City
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for California City, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the California City rental market.
How much is rent in California City?
The average rent in California City is $1,700 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in California City?
Average rent prices in California City have increased by 9% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does California City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in California City is 11% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $200 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in California City?
To comfortably afford rent in California City, you'd need to earn approximately $68,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in California City?
July offers the best rental deals in California City, with rents running about 23% lower than February's peak prices. This seasonal pattern creates clear timing opportunities for budget-conscious renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).