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Rental Market Trends in Lancaster, CA

What is the average rent in Lancaster, CA?

$1,649/month

Average Rent

635 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-0.9%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Lancaster, CA is $1,649 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,641/month, which means Lancaster rent prices are 0% higher than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Lancaster, you can expect to pay about $726 per month for a studio, $1,649 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,887 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,775 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$726/month
636 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,649/month
635 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,887/month
894 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,775/month
1,217 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,336/month
414 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,049/month
894 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,740/month
1,470 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,400/month
2,207 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,256/month
938 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Lancaster, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.9%, which averages out to $14 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
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2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Lancaster, CA
Last Updated April 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lancaster, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
23% $700 - $1,000/month
21% $1,001 - $1,500/month
33% $1,501 - $2,000/month
21% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lancaster?

Based on current rent prices, Antelope Valley is the most affordable neighborhood in Lancaster.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Antelope Valley
$1,801/month
649 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lancaster?

Based on current rent prices, Antelope Valley is the most expensive neighborhood in Lancaster.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Antelope Valley
$1,801/month
649 Sq Ft

Which Lancaster neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Lancaster with the most apartments available is Antelope Valley .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Antelope Valley
$1,801/month
649 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Lancaster is $1,649, you’ll want to make about $5,496 per month or $65,952 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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Lancaster, CA

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Apartment Averages

Antelope Valley

Lancaster, CA

Antelope Valley

Lancaster, CA

Studio
$2,381/month
$2,381/month
One Bedroom
$2,581/month
$2,581/month
Two Bedroom
$3,405/month
$3,405/month
Three Bedroom
$3,921/month
$3,921/month
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Apartment communities in Lancaster we think you'll love

Sienna Heights

Sienna Heights

43519 Kirkland Ave,
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$1,749 - $3,218

2 Beds

Sagewind Ranch

Sagewind Ranch

43501 Oleander St,
Lancaster, CA 93535

$2,956 - $3,932 Total Monthly Price

2-4 Beds

Vello Crossings

Vello Crossings

43738 Buena Vista Way,
Lancaster, CA 93536

$2,157 - $3,395 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds

Desert Meadows Apartments and Townhomes

Desert Meadows Apartments and Townhomes

2935 W Lancaster Blvd,
Lancaster, CA 93536

$2,025 - $3,708

1-3 Beds

Property Management Companies in Lancaster, CA

Anza Management Company
Anza Management Company
  • 72

    Communities

  • 11,362

    Units

  • 33

    Cities

4 Communities in Lancaster
Investment Concepts, Inc.
Investment Concepts, Inc.
  • 54

    Communities

  • 7,138

    Units

  • 22

    Cities

4 Communities in Lancaster
Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,489

    Communities

  • 960,145

    Units

  • 891

    Cities

3 Communities in Lancaster
Afton Properties
Afton Properties
  • 22

    Communities

  • 6,961

    Units

  • 14

    Cities

3 Communities in Lancaster
The Ezralow Company/First Pointe Management
The Ezralow Company/First Pointe Management
  • 24

    Communities

  • 5,041

    Units

  • 14

    Cities

3 Communities in Lancaster
Concord Companies
Concord Companies
  • 11

    Communities

  • 1,266

    Units

  • 4

    Cities

3 Communities in Lancaster
CONAM Management Corporation
CONAM Management Corporation
  • 170

    Communities

  • 29,662

    Units

  • 86

    Cities

2 Communities in Lancaster
Aperto Property Management
Aperto Property Management
  • 44

    Communities

  • 7,250

    Units

  • 31

    Cities

2 Communities in Lancaster

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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 February 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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