Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 7, 2026
Average rent in
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 7, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where South Lake Tahoe rent stands today
South Lake Tahoe, CA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,300/month. Month over month, rents cooled 2.0% in this small market of 82 total rentals.
Compared to national trends
South Lake Tahoe runs 21.1% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the higher price tier for renters seeking housing in California resort areas.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $1,200/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,622/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,143/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $3,000/month and 4+ bedrooms at $4,000/month. The bedroom mix is weighted toward 2- and 3-bedroom units, which together make up over 60% of rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Condos in South Lake Tahoe climbed 33.3% year over year, contrasting with the citywide flat rent trend. This rise marks a distinct shift in the condo segment within the local market.
Median rent
Median rent in South Lake Tahoe
$2,300/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in South Lake Tahoe is $2,300 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% above the national average rent, or $400 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in South Lake Tahoe
82
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of South Lake Tahoe rentals at each price point
Rent trends in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Average rent prices in South Lake Tahoe have decreased by 2% 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
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Rent prices in South Lake Tahoe vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in South Lake Tahoe is $1,590, whereas a house costs $2,925. 1-bedroom apartments in South Lake Tahoe run $1,575 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,995.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,200 |  13% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,622 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,143 |  4% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $3,000 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $4,000 | 13% | 6% |
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 South Lake Tahoe, CA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,590 | No Change | 8% | |
Condos | $3,000 | 10% | 33% | |
Houses | $2,925 | 3% | 4% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
No Change
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,622
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,143
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,000
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
6%
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 South Lake Tahoe, CA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,590
Last year
8%
Condos
Average rent
$3,000
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
33%
Houses
Average rent
$2,925
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in South Lake Tahoe and Carson City by all bedroom counts and property types.
South Lake Tahoe
21%higher than the national median
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in South Lake Tahoe, CA is 28% higher than the median rent in Carson City, NV.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,800
9%$3,100
7%$2,225
17%$2,000
7%$2,350
42%$1,875
18%$1,800
5%$2,295
5%$2,300
13%$2,600
$2,575
46%$2,500
Discover rentals in South Lake Tahoe, CA
1d ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
1232 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
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.House for rent
1d ago
1974 D St, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
2 beds
1 bath
$1,850–$1,875
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 South Lake Tahoe
4 beds
3 baths
$6,000
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
Condo for rent in South Lake Tahoe
1168 Herbert Ave #B, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
3 beds
2 baths
$5,200
Price dropped $300Fees 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 Dec 1
3h ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
2232 Marshall Trl, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
3 beds
3 baths
$4,600
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 Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
3 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
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.House for rent
18h ago
737 San Jose Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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
21h ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
4 beds
3 baths
$3,300
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.House for rent
1d ago
1070 Echo Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
2 beds
1 bath
$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
1d ago
1031 Moss Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
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
1232 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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
1d ago
966 Modesto Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Studio
1 bath
$1,095
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
Condo for rent in South Lake Tahoe
3344 Sandy Way #28, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
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 Nov 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,700
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
1232 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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
13h ago
2748 Young St, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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
21h ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
4 beds
3 baths
$3,300
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.House for rent
22h ago
House for rent in South Lake Tahoe
3 beds
2 baths
$3,100
Price dropped $200Fees 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 South Lake Tahoe, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the South Lake Tahoe rental market.
How much is rent in South Lake Tahoe?
The average rent in South Lake Tahoe is $2,300 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in South Lake Tahoe?
Average rent prices in South Lake Tahoe have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does South Lake Tahoe rent compare to the national average?
Rent in South Lake Tahoe is 21% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in South Lake Tahoe?
To comfortably afford rent in South Lake Tahoe, you'd need to earn approximately $92,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in South Lake Tahoe?
February offers the best rental deals in South Lake Tahoe, with rents running about 15% lower than the September peak season.
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).