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Rental Market Trends in Bell Gardens, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Bell Gardens, CA is $1,123/month.

Rent in Bell Gardens is 32% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,123/month

Average Rent

379 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.9%

Change / Year

10

Available Apartments

Bell Gardens rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Bell Gardens average $1,042 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Bell Gardens average $1,123 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Bell Gardens average $1,449 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Bell Gardens average $2,374 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,042/month
275 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,123/month
379 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,449/month
283 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,374/month
540 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Bell Gardens, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $10 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Bell Gardens, CA

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bell Gardens, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
21% $700 - $1,000/month
21% $1,001 - $1,500/month
37% $1,501 - $2,000/month
21% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Bell Gardens is $1,123, you’ll want to make about $3,743 per month or $44,916 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.

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Bell Gardens, CA

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

Use the tool below to compare Bell Gardens, 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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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Bell Gardens We Think You'll Love

Downey Pointe Apartments

Downey Pointe Apartments

7301 Florence Ave,
Downey, CA 90240

1-2 Beds | $2,100 - $2,695

6513a Florence Pl

6513a Florence Pl

6513a Florence Pl,
Bell Gardens, CA 90201

3 Beds | $3,800

7947 Garfield Ave

7947 Garfield Ave

7947 Garfield Ave,
Bell Gardens, CA 90201

3 Beds | $3,150

7712 Walker Ave

7712 Walker Ave

7712 Walker Ave,
Cudahy, CA 90201

2 Beds | $2,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Bell Gardens?

The average rent in Bell Gardens is $1,123 per month, which is 32.5% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Bell Gardens?

Rents in Bell Gardens, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.9% year-over-year and $10 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Bell Gardens?

In Bell Gardens, CA, 37% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Bell Gardens 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 June 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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