Last updated on October 30, 2026

Average rent in
Folsom, CA

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Folsom rent stands today

    Folsom, CA rent rose 1.1% year over year, with a current median of $2,895/month. Renters today are paying $33 more per month on average than last year, with a month-over-month increase of 1.9% reflecting recent upward momentum.

  • Vs. national rents

    Folsom runs roughly 1.5× the national median rent of $1,900/month, placing it among pricier California metros despite a small total rental inventory of 58 units.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Folsom rent for about $1,350/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,550/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,275/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,900/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,342/month.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    The Parkway saw rents fall 25.0% year over year to $2,158/month across 14 rentals, contrasting with the citywide rise of 1.1%. Los Cerros experienced a 25.0% increase to $2,200/month, showing divergent neighborhood trends in Folsom.

Median rent

Median rent in Folsom

$2,895/mo

increased by1%

vs previous year

The average rent in Folsom is $2,895 per month as of October 2026. This is 52% above the national average rent, or $995 more per month.

$1.68

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Folsom

58

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Folsom rentals at each price point

60%45%30%15%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Folsom, CA

Average rent prices in Folsom have increased by 2% 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 Folsom, CA

Rent prices in Folsom vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Folsom is $2,212, whereas a house costs $2,995. 1-bedroom apartments in Folsom run $1,725 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,250.

Listings

Studio

$1,350

No Change

26%

1 bedroom

$1,550

8%

19%

2 bedroom

$2,275

5%

2%

3 bedroom

$2,900

No Change

No Change

4 bedroom

$3,342

No Change

5%

Studio

Average rent

$1,350

Last year

26%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,550

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

19%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,275

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

2%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,900

Last year

No Change

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,342

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

5%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Folsom, 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 Folsom, CA compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Folsom and Antelope by all bedroom counts and property types.

Folsom

Median rent price$2,895
increased by52%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$2,462
increased by30%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Folsom, CA is 18% higher than the median rent in Antelope, CA.

Discover rentals in Folsom, CA

319 Montrose Dr #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Natomas Heights apartment for rent in Folsom

2 beds

1 bath

$1,795

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.
377 - Photo 1 of 1

16h ago

8.4

Very good

377

704 Forrest St, Folsom, CA 95630

3 beds

2 baths

$2,295

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.
146 Sutcliffe Cir - Photo 1 of 1

21h ago

Prairie Oaks house for rent in Folsom

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.
820 Blossom Rock Ln #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Folsom

3B2.5b Folsom Rental House walkable to Folsom High

820 Blossom Rock Ln #NA, Folsom, CA 95630

3 beds

2.5 baths

$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.

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Frequently asked questions for Folsom, CA

Quick answers to common questions about the Folsom rental market.

How much is rent in Folsom?

The average rent in Folsom is $2,895 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Folsom?

Average rent prices in Folsom have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.

How does Folsom rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Folsom is 52% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $995 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Folsom?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Folsom are American River Canyon ($2,137/mo), The Parkway ($2,157/mo), and Rancho Diablo ($2,200/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Folsom?

To comfortably afford rent in Folsom, you'd need to earn approximately $116,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Folsom?

February offers the lowest rents in Folsom, running about 6.6% below July peak prices. December is the least competitive month with lower demand, while April and May see the highest competition.

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).

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