Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Stockton, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Stockton, CA rent slipped 4.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,625/month. Renters today are paying $72 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Stockton sits 14.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 156 total rentals offering a smaller but accessible market for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Stockton run around $1,115/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,295/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,600/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,300/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,750/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Bear Creek East rents rose 30.2% year over year to $1,950/month, contrasting with the citywide decline of 4.3%. Meanwhile, Brookside rents fell 39.4% to $1,575/month, showing strong local variation in Stockton's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Stockton
$1,625/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Stockton is $1,625 per month as of October 2026. This is 14% below the national average rent, or $275 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Stockton
156
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Stockton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Stockton, CA
Average rent prices in Stockton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 4% 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
Stockton, CA
Rent prices in Stockton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Stockton is $1,495, whereas a house costs $2,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Stockton run $1,270 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,600.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,115 |  6% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,295 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,600 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,300 | 2% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $2,750 | 4% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bear Creek | $1,895 | |
Bear Creek East | $1,950 | |
Civic Center | $1,199 | |
Lincoln Village West | $1,695 | |
Pacific | $1,525 | |
Seaport | $1,562 | |
Sherwood Manor | $1,895 | |
Stonewood | $1,595 | |
Valley Oak | $1,700 | |
Weston Ranch | $1,537 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,495 | No Change | 6% | |
Condos | $1,700 | No Change | 4% | |
Houses | $2,400 | 2% | 4% | |
Rooms | $878 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,115
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,295
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,750
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
Pacific
Average rent
$1,525
Civic Center
Average rent
$1,199
Bear Creek
Average rent
$1,895
Valley Oak
Average rent
$1,700
Lincoln Village West
Average rent
$1,695
Bear Creek East
Average rent
$1,950
Sherwood Manor
Average rent
$1,895
Weston Ranch
Average rent
$1,537
Seaport
Average rent
$1,562
Stonewood
Average rent
$1,595
Apartments
Average rent
$1,495
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,700
Last year
4%
Houses
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Rooms
Average rent
$878
The table above reflects average rent prices in Stockton, 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 Stockton, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Stockton and Discovery Bay by all bedroom counts and property types.
Stockton
14%lower than the national median
79%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Stockton, CA is 52% lower than the median rent in Discovery Bay, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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23%Cost of living in Stockton, CA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 13% higher |
| Groceries | 4% higher |
| Health | 26% higher |
| Housing | 29% higher |
| Transportation | 36% higher |
| Utilities | 61% higher |
Discover rentals in Stockton, CA
5d+ ago
Pacific house for rent in Stockton
412 E Arcade St, Stockton, CA 95204
3 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Price dropped $1,075Fees 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 24
1d ago
3430 3428, 3430 & 3432 ROANOKE CT, Stockton, CA 95209
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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
1625 Rosemarie Ln, Stockton, CA 95207
2 beds
2 baths
$1,325
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
1d ago
Pacific apartment for rent in Stockton
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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
Available Nov 4
1d ago
10400 Skynyrd Way, Stockton, CA 95212
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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
Available Oct 14
2d ago
9733 Northstar Ct, Stockton, CA 95209
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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
Available Oct 14
11h ago
Verified
1633 E Bianchi Rd, Stockton, CA 95210
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,330–$1,760
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
Pacific house for rent in Stockton
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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
11h ago
Verified
1633 E Bianchi Rd, Stockton, CA 95210
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,330–$1,760
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
Verified
7100 Shoreline Dr, Stockton, CA 95219
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$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
2d ago
Verified
1640 Tyrol Ln, Stockton, CA 95207
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,400–$1,575
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
1011 Rosemarie Ln, Stockton, CA 95207
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,325–$1,550
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
Verified
7100 Shoreline Dr, Stockton, CA 95219
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$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
2d ago
Verified
1619 Bridle Path, Stockton, CA 95210
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,375–$1,550
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
3280 Blue Ridge Cir, Stockton, CA 95219
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,280–$1,455
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
2d ago
Verified
8429 Mariners Dr, Stockton, CA 95219
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,355–$1,530
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
11h ago
Verified
1633 E Bianchi Rd, Stockton, CA 95210
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,330–$1,760
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
Verified
7100 Shoreline Dr, Stockton, CA 95219
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,395–$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
2d ago
Verified
8429 Mariners Dr, Stockton, CA 95219
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,355–$1,530
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
3d ago
Verified
2733 Country Club Blvd, Stockton, CA 95204
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,300–$1,375
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
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Frequently asked questions for Stockton, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Stockton rental market.
How much is rent in Stockton?
The average rent in Stockton is $1,625 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Stockton?
Average rent prices in Stockton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
How does Stockton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Stockton is 14% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $275 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Stockton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Stockton are Civic Center ($1,199/mo), Pacific ($1,525/mo), and Weston Ranch ($1,537/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Stockton?
To comfortably afford rent in Stockton, you'd need to earn approximately $65,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Stockton?
April offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Stockton, with the lowest rents of the year and higher inventory availability creating less competition. December sees the highest rents, with roughly an 8.5% difference between these peak and low months.
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).