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Murrieta, CA

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Suburban Peaceful Family-Friendly 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.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Murrieta, CA is $1,805 for a studio, $2,107 for one bedroom, $2,459 for two bedrooms, and $2,973 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Murrieta has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,107/month
738 Sq Ft
House
$3,240/month
2,181 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,217/month
1,079 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,838/month
1,237 Sq Ft
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Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

15

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

30

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Antelope Hills Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

748 Students

Cole Canyon Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

1,047 Students

Murrieta Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

919 Students

Alta Murrieta Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

881 Students

Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

857 Students

Dorothy McElhinney Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,396 Students

Warm Springs Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

841 Students

Thompson Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,557 Students

Bella Vista Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,396 Students

Shivela Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,230 Students

Vista Murrieta High

Public

Grades 9-12

3,493 Students

Murrieta Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,230 Students

Murrieta Mesa High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,178 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.