Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 15, 2026
Average rent in
Ridgecrest, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Ridgecrest rent stands today
Ridgecrest, CA rent rose modestly year over year by 1.8%, with a current median of $1,245/month. The average rent is $2 less per month than last year, a negligible change for renters.
Compared to national trends
Ridgecrest is 34.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in California. The city offers a small inventory of 94 total rentals.
Price ranges
Ridgecrest rents vary by bedroom count, from $900/month for 1-bedrooms to $1,850/month for 4+ bedrooms. Studios rent for $995/month, and 2-bedrooms are $1,058/month. The 4+ bedroom median of $1,850/month marks the upper end of the market.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Ridgecrest increased by 40.1% year over year, diverging strongly from the citywide trend. This segment's rise contrasts with modest overall rent growth, indicating localized demand shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Ridgecrest
$1,245/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Ridgecrest is $1,245 per month as of September 2026. This is 34% below the national average rent, or $655 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Ridgecrest
94
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Ridgecrest rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Ridgecrest, CA
Average rent prices in Ridgecrest have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% 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
Ridgecrest, CA
Rent prices in Ridgecrest vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Ridgecrest is $1,095, whereas a house costs $1,650. 1-bedroom apartments in Ridgecrest run $875 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,025.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 | 8% | 82% | |
1 bedroom | $900 | 2% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,057 | 2% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,575 |  1% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $1,850 | 3% | 16% |
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 Ridgecrest, CA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,095 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,650 | 11% | - | |
Houses | $1,650 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
82%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,057
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,575
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
16%
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 Ridgecrest, CA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
11%
Houses
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Ridgecrest and Bakersfield by all bedroom counts and property types.
Ridgecrest
34%lower than the national median
12%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Ridgecrest, CA is 26% lower than the median rent in Bakersfield, CA.
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Discover rentals in Ridgecrest, CA
1d ago
401 Oasis Dr, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$575–$1,495
Apartment for rent
3d ago
121 S Norma St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
4d ago
737 Commercial Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
2d ago
401 Cisco St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
3 beds
1 bath
$818–$940
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ridgecrest
825 N Downs St #CD, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Studio
0 baths
$3,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ridgecrest
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ridgecrest
3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
House for rent
4d ago
919 N Heritage Dr, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
15h ago
House for rent in Ridgecrest
3 beds
2 baths
$1,995
House for rent
3d ago
521 W Ward Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ridgecrest
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ridgecrest
2 beds
1 bath
$1,125
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 3
4d ago
Apartment for rent in Ridgecrest
235 W Robertson Rd #C, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
4d ago
214 W Upjohn Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2 beds
1 bath
$985
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ridgecrest
3 beds
2 baths
$1,399
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ridgecrest
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,399
Apartment for rent
1d ago
401 Oasis Dr, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
4 beds
2 baths
$1,495
Apartment for rent
6h ago
413 S Sunset St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
3 beds
2 baths
$1,350
Apartment for rent
6h ago
128 S Locust St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
3 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Apartment for rent
8h ago
134 S Locust St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
3 beds
3 baths
$1,275
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Ridgecrest, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Ridgecrest rental market.
How much is rent in Ridgecrest?
The average rent in Ridgecrest is $1,245 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Ridgecrest?
Average rent prices in Ridgecrest have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Ridgecrest rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Ridgecrest is 34% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $655 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Ridgecrest?
To comfortably afford rent in Ridgecrest, you'd need to earn approximately $50,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Ridgecrest?
November offers the lowest rents in Ridgecrest, with approximately 12% savings compared to June when rents peak, making fall the best time for apartment hunting.
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).