Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Victoria, BC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Victoria, BC rent slipped 4.4% year over year, with a current median of $2,150/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year as the market continues to cool after its 2025 peak.
Compared to national trends
Victoria runs 13.2% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the pricier tier of Canadian metros despite a small total rental inventory of 110 units.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Victoria rent for about $1,734/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,995/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,658/month, with 3-bedrooms at $3,650/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $4,980/month. Apartments make up 90.5% of rentals, with houses at $4,915/month representing the high end of the market.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 4+ bedroom segment in Victoria climbed 32.8% year over year, diverging from the citywide decline. This strong rise contrasts with the overall market cooling and signals a distinct trend for larger units.
Median rent
Median rent in Victoria
$2,150/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Victoria is $2,150 per month as of October 2026. This is 13% above the national average rent, or $250 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Victoria
110
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Victoria rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Victoria, BC
Average rent prices in Victoria have decreased by 2% 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
Victoria, BC
Rent prices in Victoria vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Victoria is $2,139, whereas a house costs $4,915. 1-bedroom apartments in Victoria run $1,995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,629.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,733 |  1% | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,995 | 2% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $2,658 | 3% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $3,650 | 7% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $4,980 | No Change | 33% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Burnside | $2,195 | |
Downtown Victoria | $2,250 | |
Fairfield | $2,200 | |
Fernwood | $1,850 | |
Harris Green | $2,007 | |
Hillside Quadra | $2,195 | |
James Bay | $2,125 | |
Jubilee | $1,975 | |
North Park | $2,049 | |
Victoria West | $2,350 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,139 | 1% | 2% | |
Condos | $2,750 | 17% | 2% | |
Houses | $4,915 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,733
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,658
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,650
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,980
Last year
33%
James Bay
Average rent
$2,125
Harris Green
Average rent
$2,007
Burnside
Average rent
$2,195
Downtown Victoria
Average rent
$2,250
Fairfield
Average rent
$2,200
North Park
Average rent
$2,049
Hillside Quadra
Average rent
$2,195
Fernwood
Average rent
$1,850
Victoria West
Average rent
$2,350
Jubilee
Average rent
$1,975
Apartments
Average rent
$2,139
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,750
Last 30 days
17%
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$4,915
The table above reflects average rent prices in Victoria, BC, 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 Victoria, BC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Victoria and Capital H Part 1 by all bedroom counts and property types.
Victoria
13%higher than the national median
32%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Victoria, BC is 14% lower than the median rent in Capital H Part 1, BC.
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7%Discover rentals in Victoria, BC
7h ago
1468 Vancouver St, Victoria, BC V8V 0H8
1–2 beds
1–4 baths
$1,300–$2,975
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
1124 Vancouver St, Victoria, BC V8V 0H7
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,462–$2,562
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
35m ago
155 215-221,155,157 & 243 Gorge Road East, Victoria, BC V9A 1L1
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,560–$2,115
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
Available Jul 1
21h ago
128 Croft St, Victoria, BC V8V 2E6
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Harris Green townhouse for rent in Victoria
2 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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
19h ago
711 & 711 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC V8T 0E7
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,945–$3,500
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.Apartment for rent
16h ago
359 Tyee Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 0J4
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,895–$3,395
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 May 15
1d ago
1120 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC V8V 3H2
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,933–$3,250
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
635 Chatham St, Victoria, BC V8T 0G4
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,786–$2,949
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
490 & 490 Esquimalt Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 3L1
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,858–$3,008
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
16h ago
1310 Saunders St, Victoria, BC V9A 0K2
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,099–$3,195
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
2d ago
952 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8V 0H6
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,150–$3,500
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.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
635 Chatham St, Victoria, BC V8T 0G4
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,786–$2,949
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
490 & 490 Esquimalt Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 3L1
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,858–$3,008
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
655 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8V 0B6
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,795–$2,095
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
1008 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8V 0C6
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195–$2,250
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
635 Chatham St, Victoria, BC V8T 0G4
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,786–$2,949
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
490 & 490 Esquimalt Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 3L1
2 beds
2 baths
$2,746
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
16h ago
1310 Saunders St, Victoria, BC V9A 0K2
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,099–$3,195
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
2d ago
655 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8V 0B6
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,795–$2,095
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
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Frequently asked questions for Victoria, BC
Quick answers to common questions about the Victoria rental market.
How much is rent in Victoria?
The average rent in Victoria is $2,150 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Victoria?
Average rent prices in Victoria have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
How does Victoria rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Victoria is 13% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $250 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Victoria?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Victoria are Fernwood ($1,850/mo), Jubilee ($1,975/mo), and Harris Green ($2,007/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Victoria?
To comfortably afford rent in Victoria, you'd need to earn approximately $86,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Victoria?
January offers the best rental deals in Victoria, with rents running about 8% lower than peak season in May. December is also favorable with the least competition from other renters.
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).