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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

Oxnard, California is located on the southern coast of California, nestled between the bustling Los Angeles and the picturesque Santa Barbara. This idyllic town is the epitome of California living, with palm-tree-lined streets, stucco houses, and year-round warm breezes. Situated on a lovely terrain, this city offers the very best of quiet, suburban life with the close proximity to one of America’s playgrounds that you’re sure to enjoy. Relish the best of both worlds, away from the noise and congestion of the city, yet still with the entertainment and nightlife at your door. This city’s quiet avenues and beautiful architecture offers a rare mix of urban and scenic that you’re sure to love in your next apartment.

Grab your board and ride the waves at Oxnard Beach, or visit the famed Carnegie Art Museum. Stroll through Heritage Square and duck in to one the fabulous, hidden jewel eateries. Whatever your preference in your next apartment, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Oxnard, California.

Rent Trends

As of October 2025, the average apartment rent in Oxnard, CA is $2,086 for a studio, $2,186 for one bedroom, $2,725 for two bedrooms, and $3,626 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oxnard has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,186/month
713 Sq Ft
House
$5,726/month
1,775 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,041/month
1,017 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,241/month
1,269 Sq Ft
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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 September 2025.