Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Chico, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Chico rent stands today
Chico, CA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,560/month. Month over month, rents increased 2.9%, showing a recent upward movement after a modest year-over-year decline of $15 per month on average.
Compared to national trends
Chico's median rent is 17.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a relatively accessible market for renters. The city has 303 total rentals, with apartments making up 72.7% of the inventory.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $975/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,195/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,425/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,950/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,100/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range most renters encounter.
Price ranges
Houses have a median rent of $2,100/month, while apartments are priced around $1,450/month, reflecting distinct price tiers for renters. Apartments make up 72.7% of total rentals, while houses account for 25.6%.
Median rent
Median rent in Chico
$1,560/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Chico is $1,560 per month as of October 2026. This is 18% below the national average rent, or $340 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Chico
303
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Chico rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Chico, CA
Average rent prices in Chico have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 1% 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
Chico, CA
Rent prices in Chico vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Chico is $1,450, whereas a house costs $2,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Chico run $1,195 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $975 | 2% |  3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,195 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,425 | 4% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,950 | 1% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 11% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
California Park | $1,725 | |
California State University Chico | $1,700 | |
Cussick | $1,695 | |
Doe Mill | $1,677 | |
Downtown Chico | $1,700 | |
Little Chico Creek Estates | $1,610 | |
Meriam Park | $1,705 | |
South Campus | $1,895 | |
Southwest Chico | $1,195 | |
The Avenues | $1,495 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,450 | 3% | 3% | |
Condos | $1,397 | No Change | 7% | |
Houses | $2,100 | 1% | 2% |
Studio
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,425
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
5%
The Avenues
Average rent
$1,495
South Campus
Average rent
$1,895
Southwest Chico
Average rent
$1,195
California Park
Average rent
$1,725
Cussick
Average rent
$1,695
California State University Chico
Average rent
$1,700
Downtown Chico
Average rent
$1,700
Doe Mill
Average rent
$1,677
Little Chico Creek Estates
Average rent
$1,610
Meriam Park
Average rent
$1,705
Apartments
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,397
Last year
7%
Houses
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Chico, 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 Chico, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Chico and Anderson by all bedroom counts and property types.
Chico
18%lower than the national median
21%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Chico, CA is 4% higher than the median rent in Anderson, CA.
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3%Discover rentals in Chico, CA
3d ago
303 Hickory St, Chico, CA 95928
4 beds
1 bath
$450
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
3d ago
435 Maple St, Chico, CA 95928
4 beds
2 baths
$450–$1,500
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
1d ago
703 W 2nd Ave, Chico, CA 95926
1 bed
1 bath
$550
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
10h ago
621 Pomona Ave, Chico, CA 95928
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$695–$1,610
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.Apartment for rent
4d ago
848 W 1st St, Chico, CA 95928
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,600–$3,280
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 Chico
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,775
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
South Campus house for rent in Chico
629 W 6th St, Chico, CA 95928
3 beds
2 baths
$2,775
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
1d ago
528 W 3rd St, Chico, CA 95928
3 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
100 Penzance Ave, Chico, CA 95973
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,599–$1,746
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.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2785 El Paso Way, Chico, CA 95973
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,775–$2,075
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1385 E Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926
2 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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
2d ago
3365 Bodero Ln, Chico, CA 95973
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950
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
2d ago
Verified
125 Parmac Rd, Chico, CA 95926
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,295–$1,325
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
100 Penzance Ave, Chico, CA 95973
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,599–$1,746
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.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2785 El Paso Way, Chico, CA 95973
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,775–$2,075
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.Apartment for rent
4d ago
747 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926
4 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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
Verified
125 Parmac Rd, Chico, CA 95926
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295–$1,325
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.Apartment for rent
3d ago
2485 North Ave, Chico, CA 95926
2 beds
1 bath
$1,125
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
3d ago
923 W East Ave, Chico, CA 95926
2 beds
1 bath
$1,199
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
4d ago
747 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926
4 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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 Chico, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Chico rental market.
How much is rent in Chico?
The average rent in Chico is $1,560 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Chico?
Average rent prices in Chico have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
How does Chico rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Chico is 18% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $340 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Chico?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Chico are Southwest Chico ($1,195/mo), The Avenues ($1,495/mo), and Little Chico Creek Estates ($1,610/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Chico?
To comfortably afford rent in Chico, you'd need to earn approximately $62,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Chico?
September offers the lowest rents in Chico, with fall months generally providing less competition and better pricing opportunities. December and October are also less competitive months with lower demand compared to available inventory.
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).