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Fullerton, CA

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A Southern California college town with something for all tastes

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Welcome to Fullerton, a charming Southern California city in the heart of Orange County. Home to California State University Fullerton and Fullerton College, this Orange County community combines educational opportunities with suburban living. The historic downtown district features local restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues, while the city's numerous parks provide spaces for outdoor activities. One-bedroom apartments in Fullerton average $2,137, with a 1.7% annual increase.

Fullerton's history as a citrus-growing region lives on through its preserved architecture and tree-lined streets. Local landmarks include the Muckenthaler Cultural Center and the Fox Theatre, while the Fullerton Arboretum spans 26 acres of botanical gardens. The city holds a special place in music history as the location where Leo Fender developed the electric guitar. Housing options include properties in established neighborhoods like Commonwealth District and Amerige Heights. With St. Jude Medical Center nearby and convenient access to both Amtrak and Metrolink services, residents enjoy excellent healthcare facilities and transportation options.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Fullerton, CA is $1,783 for a studio, $2,121 for one bedroom, $2,597 for two bedrooms, and $3,278 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fullerton has increased by 0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,121/month
665 Sq Ft
House
$4,244/month
1,636 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,992/month
1,084 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,555/month
1,339 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Fullerton, CA

Transportation

71

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

38

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

55

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Beechwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

979 Students

Robert C. Fisler Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

895 Students

Acacia Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

718 Students

Laguna Road Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

602 Students

Sunset Lane Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

732 Students

Beechwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

979 Students

Robert C. Fisler Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

895 Students

D. Russell Parks Junior High

Public

Grades 7-8

792 Students

Ladera Vista Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

775 Students

Nicolas Junior High

Public

Grades 7-8

631 Students

Troy High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,584 Students

Sunny Hills High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,429 Students

Fullerton Union High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,880 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Craig Regional Park
  • Fullerton Arboretum
  • Children's Museum at La Habra
  • La Habra Historical Museum
  • Anaheim Equestrian Center

Airports

  • Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
  • John Wayne/Orange County

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.