Murrieta

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Murrieta, CA Area Guide

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Suburban Peaceful Growing Diverse Mountain Views

Murrieta, located in southwestern Riverside County, combines suburban living with natural surroundings. The city maintains 52 parks and recreational areas, including community pools, disc golf courses, and equestrian facilities. One-bedroom apartments in Murrieta rent for $2,169 monthly, while two-bedroom units average $2,449. Established neighborhoods near downtown and along Interstate 15 offer diverse housing options from apartments to single-family rental homes.

The area's history stretches back to the Luiseño people, with the city later developing around its natural hot springs and the arrival of the Southern California Railroad in the 1800s. Today, residents have access to healthcare at Loma Linda University Medical Center and Rancho Springs Medical Center. The Mediterranean climate makes outdoor recreation possible throughout the year at locations like the Bear Creek Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course. The Santa Rosa Plateau offers hiking trails and natural areas for outdoor enthusiasts. The Murrieta Valley Unified School District serves the community, while Interstate 15 provides convenient access to surrounding areas.

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Enjoy an evening walk at Mountain Pride Park in California Oaks.

Play a round of golf at California Oaks Golf Club.

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Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Murrieta, CA is $1,810 for a studio, $2,147 for one bedroom, $2,451 for two bedrooms, and $3,041 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Murrieta has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,147/month
735 Sq Ft
House
$3,451/month
2,237 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,100/month
1,259 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

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

Car-Dependent

41 / 100

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

Minimal Transit

15 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

30 / 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

Alta Murrieta Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

E. Hale Curran Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Rail Ranch Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Tovashal Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Antelope Hills Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Dorothy McElhinney Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Bella Vista Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Shivela Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Thompson Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Warm Springs Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Vista Murrieta High

Public

Grades 9-12

Murrieta Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

Murrieta Mesa High

Public

Grades 9-12

MethodSchools

Public

Grades K-12

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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.