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Rental Market Trends in Alhambra, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Alhambra, CA is $1,684/month.

Rent in Alhambra is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,684/month

Average Rent

526 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.2%

Change / Year

283

Available Apartments

Alhambra rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Alhambra average $1,510 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Alhambra average $1,684 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Alhambra average $2,046 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Alhambra average $2,414 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,510/month
350 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,684/month
526 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,046/month
698 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,414/month
789 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,432/month
976 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,002/month
1,511 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,225/month
2,131 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,414/month
602 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,946/month
930 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,088/month
1,374 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,866/month
1,030 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,484/month
1,251 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Alhambra, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.2%, which averages out to $38 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Alhambra, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Alhambra, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
9% $700 - $1,000/month
28% $1,001 - $1,500/month
30% $1,501 - $2,000/month
32% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Alhambra, CA?

Because the average rent in Alhambra is $1,684, you’ll want to make about $5,613 per month or $67,356 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Alhambra, CA

283 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Alhambra, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Alhambra, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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    Avg Rent: $1,902/month

  • San Gabriel

    San Gabriel

    Avg Rent: $1,829/month

  • Monterey Park

    Monterey Park

    Avg Rent: $1,562/month

  • Rosemead

    Rosemead

    Avg Rent: $1,347/month

  • East Los Angeles

    East Los Angeles

    Avg Rent: $1,345/month

  • Temple City

    Temple City

    Avg Rent: $1,764/month

  • Montebello

    Montebello

    Avg Rent: $1,779/month

Apartment Communities in Alhambra We Think You'll Love

Luxe 1801

Luxe 1801

1801 Garvey Ave,
Alhambra, CA 91803

1-3 Beds | $2,192 - $3,295

Province

Province

398 W Valley Blvd,
San Gabriel, CA 91776

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,715 - $5,633

Atlantic Times Square

Atlantic Times Square

580 N Atlantic Blvd,
Monterey Park, CA 91754

2-3 Beds | $3,500 - $4,000

APT 123 CHAPEL AVE

APT 123 CHAPEL AVE

123 S Chapel Ave,
Alhambra, CA 91801

2-3 Beds | $3,950 - $4,580

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Alhambra?

The average rent in Alhambra is $1,684 per month, which is 1.1% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Alhambra?

The average rent for a house in Alhambra, CA is $4,002 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Alhambra?

The average rent for a townhome in Alhambra, CA is $2,866 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Alhambra?

The average rent for a condo in Alhambra, CA is $2,414 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Alhambra?

Rents in Alhambra, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.2% year-over-year and $38 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Alhambra?

In Alhambra, CA, 32% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Alhambra Rental Trends

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 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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