Redding

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Redding, CA

Area Guide

A dazzling city along the Sacramento River

Scenic University Community River

Nestled in the Shasta Cascade region, Redding serves as Northern California's economic center. The Sacramento River flows through the city, where the glass-and-steel Sundial Bridge spans the water. The Sacramento River Trail system offers miles of paved paths for walking, cycling, and running. The rental market remains relatively affordable compared to other California cities, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,026 monthly and showing a modest 1.4% annual increase. Notable areas include the downtown district with its mix of historic buildings and new development, and the established neighborhoods near Shasta College.

The city combines outdoor recreation with cultural attractions, including the restored Art Deco Cascade Theatre and the 300-acre Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Simpson University and Shasta College contribute to the educational landscape, while major medical centers anchor the healthcare sector. Redding experiences Mediterranean weather patterns, with sunshine through most of the year. The area's history dates to the California Gold Rush when it was known as Poverty Flats, until the Central Pacific Railroad's arrival in 1872 established the foundation for today's city. Now home to approximately 92,839 residents (2020 Census), Redding continues to grow while maintaining its connection to the natural beauty of the Shasta Cascade region.

Explore the City

Whistle Stop Park in Downtown Redding features unique landmarks

Entrance to Turtle Bay Exploration Park

Overview of the Sundial Bridge

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Redding, CA is $731 for a studio, $1,064 for one bedroom, $1,323 for two bedrooms, and $1,531 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Redding has increased by 2.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,064/month
586 Sq Ft
House
$2,405/month
1,601 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,455/month
892 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Redding, CA is 10.4% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Redding is 3.7% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $731 - $1,531. You can expect to pay 5.0% more for groceries, 2.5% more for utilities, and 30.1% more for transportation.

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Transportation

43

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

21

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

49

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

Boulder Creek Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

874 Students

Turtle Bay

Public

Grades K-8

745 Students

Grant Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

643 Students

Manzanita Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

521 Students

Lassen View Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

415 Students

Boulder Creek Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

874 Students

Turtle Bay

Public

Grades K-8

745 Students

Grant Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

643 Students

Mistletoe Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

644 Students

Parsons Junior High

Public

Grades 6-8

483 Students

Shasta High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,333 Students

Enterprise High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,109 Students

Shasta County Independent Study Charter

Public

Grades 6-12

107 Students

Shasta County Special Education

Public

Grades K-12

30 Students

Shasta-Trinity ROP

Public

Grades 10-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
  • Schreder Planetarium
  • Turtle Bay Exploration Park
  • Shasta Lake (Ranger Station and Visitor Center)
  • Shasta State Historic Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Redding Regional

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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.