Vicino
12350 Del Amo Blvd,
Lakewood, CA 90715
1-3 Beds | $2,185 - $3,035
Rental Market Trends in Lakewood, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Lakewood, CA is $1,987/month.
Rent in Lakewood is 19% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,987/month
Average Rent
656 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.3%
Change / Year
284
Available Apartments
Lakewood rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Lakewood average $1,556 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Lakewood average $1,987 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Lakewood average $2,478 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Lakewood average $2,958 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Lakewood, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $47 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Lakewood, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
7%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
39%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
54%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lakewood?
Based on current rent prices, Lakewood Country Club is the most affordable neighborhood in Lakewood.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lakewood?
Based on current rent prices, Lakewood Country Club is the most expensive neighborhood in Lakewood.
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Which Lakewood neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Lakewood with the most apartments available is Lakewood Country Club .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lakewood, CA?
Because the average rent in Lakewood is $1,987, you’ll want to make about $6,623 per month or $79,476 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.
How does Lakewood, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Lakewood, 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.
View the Lakewood Area GuideStudio
$1,765/month
$1,765/month
One Bedroom
$1,931/month
$1,931/month
Two Bedroom
$2,524/month
$2,524/month
Three Bedroom
$3,117/month
$3,117/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Artesia
Avg Rent: $2,151/month
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Hawaiian Gardens
Avg Rent: $1,959/month
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Cerritos
Avg Rent: $2,770/month
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Bellflower
Avg Rent: $1,717/month
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Long Beach
Avg Rent: $1,873/month
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La Palma
Avg Rent: $2,204/month
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Signal Hill
Avg Rent: $1,740/month
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Los Alamitos
Avg Rent: $2,235/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Lakewood?
The average rent in Lakewood is $1,987 per month, which is 19.4% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Lakewood?
The average rent for a house in Lakewood, CA is $4,031 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Lakewood?
Rents in Lakewood, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $47 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Lakewood?
In Lakewood, CA, 54% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.