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Rental Market Trends in Chowchilla, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Chowchilla, CA is $1,272/month.

Rent in Chowchilla is 24% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,272/month

Average Rent

719 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.1%

Change / Year

1

Available Apartments

Chowchilla rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Chowchilla average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Chowchilla average $1,272 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Chowchilla average $1,107 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Chowchilla average $1,450 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,272/month
719 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,107/month
910 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,450/month
1,112 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Chowchilla, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.1%, which averages out to $40 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Chowchilla, CA

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Chowchilla, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
67% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Chowchilla is $1,272, you’ll want to make about $4,240 per month or $50,880 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

Chowchilla, CA

1 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Chowchilla, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Madera

    Madera

    Avg Rent: $1,191/month

  • Merced

    Merced

    Avg Rent: $1,226/month

Apartment Communities in Chowchilla We Think You'll Love

413 Alameda Ave

413 Alameda Ave

413 Alameda Ave,
Chowchilla, CA 93610

4 Beds | $2,400

Laguna Knolls

Laguna Knolls

594 S Madera Ave,
Madera, CA 93637

2 Beds | $2,150

Bridgeview Apartments

Bridgeview Apartments

1725 E Cleveland Ave,
Madera, CA 93638

2-3 Beds | $1,750 - $1,900

Vista Del Sol Apartments

Vista Del Sol Apartments

2300 Riverview Dr,
Madera, CA 93637

2-3 Beds | $1,800 - $2,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Chowchilla?

The average rent in Chowchilla is $1,272 per month, which is 23.6% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Chowchilla?

Rents in Chowchilla, CA are increasing, with prices up 3.1% year-over-year and $40 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Chowchilla?

In Chowchilla, CA, 67% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Chowchilla 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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