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Last updated on September 16, 2026
Average rent in
Chico, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 16, 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 $1,500/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with a slight month-to-month decrease that does not change the overall trend.
Compared to national trends
Chico is 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in California. The city has 262 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for about $950/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,235/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,398/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,895/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,800/month. The 2-bedroom segment shows a slight YoY decline of 3.6%, diverging from the citywide flat trend.
Neighborhood spotlight
South Campus rents rose 20.4% year over year to a median of $1,743/month. This increase contrasts with the overall flat rent trend in Chico, CA, and shows localized upward pressure in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Chico
$1,500/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Chico is $1,500 per month as of September 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $400 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Chico
262
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Chico rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Chico, CA
Average rent prices in Chico have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same 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 $1,410, whereas a house costs $2,097. 1-bedroom apartments in Chico run $1,225 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,395.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $950 |  1% |  24% | |
1 bedroom | $1,235 | 1% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,397 | No Change | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,895 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $1,800 | 2% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
California Park | $1,685 | |
California State University Chico | $1,595 | |
Canyon Oaks | $1,750 | |
Chapmantown | $1,470 | |
Cussick | $1,604 | |
Doe Mill | $1,620 | |
Little Chico Creek Estates | $1,575 | |
South Campus | $1,742 | |
Southwest Chico | $1,205 | |
The Avenues | $1,395 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,410 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,550 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,097 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
24%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,235
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,397
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,895
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
The Avenues
Average rent
$1,395
Southwest Chico
Average rent
$1,205
South Campus
Average rent
$1,742
Cussick
Average rent
$1,604
Doe Mill
Average rent
$1,620
California Park
Average rent
$1,685
California State University Chico
Average rent
$1,595
Little Chico Creek Estates
Average rent
$1,575
Canyon Oaks
Average rent
$1,750
Chapmantown
Average rent
$1,470
Apartments
Average rent
$1,410
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,097
Last 30 days
3%
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
21%lower than the national median
24%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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7%Discover rentals in Chico, CA
18h ago
303 Hickory St, Chico, CA 95928
4 beds
1–2 baths
$450–$2,080
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1132 W 7th St, Chico, CA 95928
4 beds
0 baths
$450
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1163 Arcadian Ave, Chico, CA 95926
1 bed
1 bath
$450
Apartment for rent
4d ago
703 W 2nd Ave, Chico, CA 95926
1 bed
1 bath
$550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Chico
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Chico
3 beds
2 baths
$2,850
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Chico
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2175 Kenrick Ln, Chico, CA 95928
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
100 Penzance Ave, Chico, CA 95973
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,599–$1,918
Apartment for rent
21h ago
390 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,250–$1,550
Apartment for rent
1d ago
100 Sterling Oaks Dr, Chico, CA 95928
2 beds
2 baths
$1,935
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1445 W 3rd St, Chico, CA 95928
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
125 Parmac Rd, Chico, CA 95926
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,135–$1,325
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
100 Penzance Ave, Chico, CA 95973
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,599–$1,918
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
2785 El Paso Way, Chico, CA 95973
2–3 beds
2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
747 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926
4 beds
2 baths
$1,495
House for rent
18h ago
811 W East Ave, Chico, CA 95926
2 beds
1 bath
$1,285
Apartment for rent
1d ago
261 E 1st Ave, Chico, CA 95926
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 Ilahee Ln, Chico, CA 95973
2 beds
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
747 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926
4 beds
2 baths
$1,495
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 $1,500 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Chico?
Average rent prices in Chico have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Chico rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Chico is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Chico?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Chico are Southwest Chico ($1,205/mo), The Avenues ($1,395/mo), and Chapmantown ($1,470/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Chico?
To comfortably afford rent in Chico, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/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).