Moreno Valley

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Moreno Valley, CA

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A rapidly-growing business hub in the rugged SoCal foothills.

Military Parks Outdoors Commuters Affordable

Located in California's Inland Empire, Moreno Valley combines comfortable suburban living with the natural beauty of Box Springs Mountain. From contemporary apartments to single-family homes, the rental market offers options for every lifestyle. One-bedroom units average $1,835, while two-bedroom homes typically rent for $2,171. Notable areas include Sunnymead Ranch, known for its lake and trail system, and the eastern district of Rancho Belago. The city's proximity to March Air Reserve Base and employers like Amazon and Kaiser Permanente provides convenient access to job opportunities.

Box Springs Mountain and Lake Perris State Recreation Area offer outdoor recreation possibilities, from hiking to water sports. Moreno Valley College provides educational opportunities as part of the Riverside Community College District. The Moreno Valley Mall serves as a central shopping destination, surrounded by retail centers throughout the city. The illuminated "M" on Box Springs Mountain stands as a recognizable landmark, visible across the valley and lit for community celebrations. Home to more than 208,000 residents, Moreno Valley continues to grow while maintaining its community atmosphere.

Rent Trends

As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Moreno Valley, CA is $1,456 for a studio, $1,838 for one bedroom, $2,199 for two bedrooms, and $2,571 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Moreno Valley has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,838/month
720 Sq Ft
House
$3,177/month
1,658 Sq Ft
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Transportation

42

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

26

Some Transit

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

40

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Victoriano Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

673 Students

Bear Valley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

786 Students

Hidden Springs Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

578 Students

Butterfield Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

954 Students

Lasselle Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

717 Students

Butterfield Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

954 Students

Val Verde Academy

Public

Grades K-12

345 Students

Vista Heights Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,382 Students

Mountain View Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,232 Students

Badger Springs Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,059 Students

Rancho Verde High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,944 Students

Valley View High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,843 Students

Canyon Springs High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,266 Students

Moreno Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,232 Students

Val Verde Academy

Public

Grades K-12

345 Students

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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.