Oxnard

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Oxnard, CA

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Idyllic suburban life with L.A. just outside your door.

Suburban Stucco Palm Trees Mandalay Beach

Welcome to Oxnard, where Pacific breezes meet agricultural heritage along the California coast. This seaside city offers renters a range of housing options, with current rental rates averaging $2,133 for a one-bedroom apartment, showing a 4.5% increase over last year. From beachfront properties in Oxnard Shores to established neighborhoods near Heritage Square, residents find diverse living arrangements throughout the community. Channel Islands Harbor serves as a centerpiece for waterfront activities, while downtown's Heritage Square preserves Victorian-era architecture that tells the story of Oxnard's past.

Oxnard combines outdoor recreation with cultural attractions. The city's seven miles of beaches provide opportunities for surfing, swimming, and sunbathing, while the Channel Islands Maritime Museum offers insights into the region's nautical history. The area's agricultural roots remain strong, with strawberry fields dotting the landscape and the annual California Strawberry Festival drawing visitors from across the state. Housing options include apartment communities near The Collection at RiverPark, beachside rentals in Oxnard Shores, and historic properties in the Henry T. Oxnard Historic District. The Mediterranean climate, with average temperatures of 61°F, creates ideal conditions for year-round outdoor activities, whether at the beach, local parks, or along harbor walking paths.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Oxnard, CA is $2,053 for a studio, $2,149 for one bedroom, $2,682 for two bedrooms, and $3,409 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oxnard has decreased by -0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,149/month
712 Sq Ft
House
$5,780/month
1,716 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,979/month
1,048 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,591/month
1,586 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Oxnard, CA

Transportation

62

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

31

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

50

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Harrington Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

540 Students

Emilie Ritchen Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

502 Students

Marina West Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

491 Students

Hollywood Beach Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

282 Students

Kamala Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

952 Students

Charles Blackstock Junior High

Public

Grades 6-8

1,326 Students

E. O. Green Junior High

Public

Grades 6-8

1,077 Students

R.J. Frank Academy of Marine Science & Engineering

Public

Grades 6-8

1,044 Students

Kamala Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

952 Students

Lemonwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

928 Students

Oxnard High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,786 Students

Pacifica High

Public

Grades 9-12

3,219 Students

Rio Mesa High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,220 Students

Channel Islands High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,643 Students

Hueneme High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,279 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Gull Wings Children's Museum
  • Ventura County Maritime Museum
  • Port Hueneme Lighthouse
  • McGrath State Beach
  • San Buenaventura State Beach

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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.