California State University, San Bernardino

San Bernardino, CA

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California State University, San Bernardino - San Bernardino, CA Area Guide

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One part of the 23-campus California State University system, California State University, San Bernardino has grown to become a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in Inland Southern California since its opening in 1965. Reflecting the dynamic diversity of the region, CSUSB is home to the most diverse student body of any university in the Inland Empire. CSUSB aspires to be a model for transforming lives, offering more than 70 traditional bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, education credential and certificate programs, and a doctoral program. Set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains, the CSUSB campus is accessible from a variety of apartments available for rent. Consider rental options in the nearby neighborhoods of North Park, Arrowhead, and Del Rosa. Access to Barstow Freeway, Foothill Freeway, and Historic Route 66 allow for simple commutes to campus as well. CSUSB is brimming with opportunities to engage in activities hosted by student organizations in addition to artistic events and NCAA Division II Coyotes athletics. Unique natural destinations and the bustle of city life are just a short drive from CSUSB, for an array of off-campus adventures.

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in San Bernardino, CA is $1,175 for a studio, $1,324 for one bedroom, $1,687 for two bedrooms, and $2,202 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in San Bernardino has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 436 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,175/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 596 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,324/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 849 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,687/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,070 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,202/month

    Average Rent

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Daily Essentials

No Supermarkets Within a 30 Minute Walk

Groceries

10 / 100

Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby

Restaurants

40 / 100

Limited Café Variety Nearby

Cafes

20 / 100

Limited Variety of Shops Nearby

Shopping

30 / 100

Recreation

Large Amount of Park Space Nearby

Parks

70 / 100

Few to No Wellness Amenity Options Nearby

Wellness

10 / 100

Local Vibe

Calm Atmosphere

Vibrancy

10 / 100

Few to No Nightlife Options Nearby

Nightlife

10 / 100

Moderately Noisy

Quiet Score

50 / 100

Schools

North Verdemont Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

549 Students

Paakuma K-8

Public

Grades K-8

940 Students

Hillside Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

586 Students

Palm Avenue Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

479 Students

iEmpire Academy

Public

Grades K-5

418 Students

Richardson PREP HI Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

583 Students

Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez Prep Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

640 Students

Paakuma K-8

Public

Grades K-8

940 Students

Norton Science And Language Academy

Public

Grades K-12

1,249 Students

Golden Valley Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

742 Students

Middle College High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Norton Science And Language Academy

Public

Grades K-12

1,249 Students

Cajon High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,748 Students

Pacific High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,246 Students

Sierra High School

Public

Grades 9-12

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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.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.