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Rental Market Trends in Davis, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Davis, CA is $1,934/month.

Rent in Davis is 16% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$1,934/month

Average Rent

653 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.7%

Change / Year

515

Available Apartments

Davis rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Davis average $1,846 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Davis average $1,934 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Davis average $2,220 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Davis average $2,786 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,846/month
531 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,934/month
653 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,220/month
903 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,786/month
1,246 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,242/month
732 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,977/month
1,394 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,752/month
1,871 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,137/month
719 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,414/month
1,115 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Davis, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.7%, which averages out to $13 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Davis, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Davis, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
4% $700 - $1,000/month
16% $1,001 - $1,500/month
23% $1,501 - $2,000/month
57% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Davis?

Based on current rent prices, Central Davis and Covell Park" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Davis.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Central Davis
$1,838/month
661 Sq Ft
Covell Park
$2,210/month
656 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Davis?

Based on current rent prices, Covell Park and Central Davis" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Davis.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Covell Park
$2,210/month
656 Sq Ft
Central Davis
$1,838/month
661 Sq Ft

Which Davis neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Davis with the most apartments available are Central Davis and Covell Park" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Central Davis
$1,838/month
661 Sq Ft
Covell Park
$2,210/month
656 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Davis is $1,934, you’ll want to make about $6,446 per month or $77,352 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

Davis, CA

515 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Davis, 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

Central Davis

Davis, CA

Covell Park

Davis, CA

Studio
$1,678/month
$1,827/month
One Bedroom
$1,826/month
$1,988/month
Two Bedroom
$2,131/month
$2,169/month
Three Bedroom
$3,045/month
$3,183/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Woodland

    Woodland

    Avg Rent: $1,420/month

  • Dixon

    Dixon

    Avg Rent: $1,441/month

  • West Sacramento

    West Sacramento

    Avg Rent: $1,794/month

  • Winters

    Winters

    Avg Rent: $746/month

  • Sacramento

    Sacramento

    Avg Rent: $1,580/month

Apartment Communities in Davis We Think You'll Love

Parkside Apartments

Parkside Apartments

1420 F St,
Davis, CA 95616

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,776 - $3,036

Independence in Dixon

Independence in Dixon

1905 N 1st St,
Dixon, CA 95620

2-3 Beds | $3,050 - $3,968

Independence in West Sacramento

Independence in West Sacramento

3130-3150 Promenade St,
West Sacramento, CA 95691

3 Beds | Call for Rent

Renaissance Park Apartments

Renaissance Park Apartments

3000 Lillard Dr,
Davis, CA 95618

1-2 Beds | Call for Rent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Davis?

The average rent in Davis is $1,934 per month, which is 16.2% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Davis?

The average rent for a house in Davis, CA is $2,977 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Davis?

Rents in Davis, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.7% year-over-year and $13 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Davis?

In Davis, CA, 57% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Davis 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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