Moreno Valley

The school band practices on the field at Canyon Springs High School in Moreno Valley.
Residents enjoy walking the shady sidewalks in Moreno Valley.
Travel to Moreno Valley easily by Metrolink and enjoy a comfortable journey.
Home with drought-resistant landscaping located in Moreno Valley.
Parents can relax under the shady trees next to the playground at Moreno Valley Community Park.

Moreno Valley, CA Area Guide

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.

Explore the City

Educational opportunities abound at Canyon Springs High School in Moreno Valley.

Home with drought-resistant landscaping located in Moreno Valley.

Teens have a dedicated place to skate at Moreno Valley Community Park.

Parents can relax under the shady trees next to the playground at Moreno Valley Community Park.

Moreno Valley offers residents easy freeway access.

Travel to Moreno Valley easily by Metrolink and enjoy a comfortable journey.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Moreno Valley, CA is $1,410 for a studio, $1,858 for one bedroom, $2,217 for two bedrooms, and $2,653 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Moreno Valley has increased by 0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,858/month
721 Sq Ft
House
$3,470/month
1,836 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,399/month
1,178 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Moreno Valley, CA

Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Moreno Valley, CA is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

42 / 100

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

Some Transit

26 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

40 / 100

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

Bear Valley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Ridge Crest Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Lasselle Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Victoriano Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Hidden Springs Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Butterfield Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

Val Verde Academy

Public

Grades K-12

March Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Landmark Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Palm Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Rancho Verde High

Public

Grades 9-12

Valley View High

Public

Grades 9-12

Val Verde Academy

Public

Grades K-12

Canyon Springs High

Public

Grades 9-12

Moreno Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

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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 February 2026.