Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
Davis, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Davis, CA rent rose modestly year over year, with a current median of $2,075/month. This is $25 more per month than last year, despite a 5.0% month-over-month decline in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Davis rents run 9.2% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the pricier tier of West Coast metros with a total of 88 total rentals available.
Price ranges
In Davis, studios rent for about $1,395/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,650/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,095/month. The 4+ bedroom median is $1,429/month, which is lower than the 3-bedroom median of $2,650/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Oeste Manor rents fell 69.2% year over year to $1,600/month, Lake Alhambra Estates dropped 66.5% to $2,175/month, and Olive Drive declined 38.3% to $1,848/month. These declines contrast with the citywide market's modest 1.2% rise, showing localized softness in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Davis
$2,075/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Davis is $2,075 per month as of October 2026. This is 9% above the national average rent, or $175 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Davis
88
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Davis rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Davis, CA
Average rent prices in Davis have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased 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
Davis, CA
Rent prices in Davis vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Davis is $1,872, whereas a house costs $2,850. 1-bedroom apartments in Davis run $1,720 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,095.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,395 |  7% | 4% | |
1 bedroom | $1,650 | No Change | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $2,095 | No Change | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,650 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,429 | No Change | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Aspen | $1,797 | |
Central Davis | $1,469 | |
Covell Park | $1,722 | |
Downtown Davis | $1,575 | |
Old East Davis | $1,947 | |
Olive Drive | $1,847 | |
Stonegate | $2,085 | |
University Avenue | $1,737 | |
West Davis Manor | $1,800 | |
Wildhorse | $1,950 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,872 | 2% | 1% | |
Condos | $2,225 | 2% | 9% | |
Houses | $2,850 | 3% | 4% | |
Rooms | $1,349 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,095
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,429
Last year
2%
Central Davis
Average rent
$1,469
Stonegate
Average rent
$2,085
Old East Davis
Average rent
$1,947
Covell Park
Average rent
$1,722
Wildhorse
Average rent
$1,950
University Avenue
Average rent
$1,737
Olive Drive
Average rent
$1,847
Aspen
Average rent
$1,797
West Davis Manor
Average rent
$1,800
Downtown Davis
Average rent
$1,575
Apartments
Average rent
$1,872
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,225
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$2,850
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,349
The table above reflects average rent prices in Davis, 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 Davis, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Davis and Arden Arcade by all bedroom counts and property types.
Davis
9%higher than the national median
15%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Davis, CA is 29% higher than the median rent in Arden Arcade, CA.
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2%$2,250
7%$2,350
2%Discover rentals in Davis, CA
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Davis
3 beds
2 baths
$768
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
2120 Cowell Blvd, Davis, CA 95618
4–5 beds
2–3 baths
$825–$1,120
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
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Davis
1 bed
0 baths
$825
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.Condo for rent
Available Sep 16
2d ago
1440 Wake Forest Dr, Davis, CA 95616
4 beds
2 baths
$880
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 Davis
5 beds
4.5 baths
$5,995
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
Northstar house for rent in Davis
4 beds
3 baths
$5,000
Price dropped $500Fees 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
4d ago
House for rent in Davis
1940 Cannery Loop #NA, Davis, CA 95616
4 beds
3 baths
$4,500
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 1
3d ago
1100 Olive Dr, Davis, CA 95616
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$2,995–$3,995
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
Verified
1420 F St, Davis, CA 95616
3 beds
2 baths
$2,157–$2,282
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
Verified
525 Oxford Circle, Davis, CA 95616
3–5 beds
3–5 baths
$1,019–$1,499
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
12h ago
5251 Glide Dr, Davis, CA 95618
3 beds
1 bath
$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.Apartment for rent
15h ago
4501 Alhambra Dr, Davis, CA 95618
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,843–$3,344
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
Verified
525 Oxford Circle, Davis, CA 95616
3–5 beds
3–5 baths
$1,019–$1,499
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
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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 9
5d+ ago
Verified
5144 Glide Dr #NA, Davis, CA 95618
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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 1
3d ago
515 E 8th St, Davis, CA 95616
2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
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
Verified
1420 F St, Davis, CA 95616
3 beds
2 baths
$2,157–$2,282
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
12h ago
5251 Glide Dr, Davis, CA 95618
3 beds
1 bath
$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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
300 J St, Davis, CA 95616
2 beds
1 bath
$1,405–$2,195
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
5d+ ago
Central Davis house for rent in Davis
815 Eureka Ave #1, Davis, CA 95616
3 beds
2 baths
$2,995
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
Available Jan 1
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Frequently asked questions for Davis, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Davis rental market.
How much is rent in Davis?
The average rent in Davis is $2,075 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Davis?
Average rent prices in Davis have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Davis rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Davis is 9% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $175 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Davis?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Davis are Central Davis ($1,469/mo), Downtown Davis ($1,575/mo), and Covell Park ($1,722/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Davis?
To comfortably afford rent in Davis, you'd need to earn approximately $83,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Davis?
Winter months offer the best rental deals in Davis, with January seeing the lowest rents of the year. December and October are also less competitive months with reduced demand, while May has the highest rents with about 12% difference between peak and off-peak seasons.
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).