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Rental Market Trends in Lincoln, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Lincoln, CA is $1,664/month.

Rent in Lincoln is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,664/month

Average Rent

681 Sq Ft

Average Size

-3.4%

Change / Year

101

Available Apartments

Lincoln rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lincoln average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lincoln average $1,664 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lincoln average $1,854 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lincoln average $3,058 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,664/month
681 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,854/month
894 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,058/month
1,452 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,624/month
1,235 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,938/month
1,593 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,348/month
2,378 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lincoln, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.4%, which averages out to $56 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lincoln, CA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lincoln, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
29% $700 - $1,000/month
14% $1,001 - $1,500/month
14% $1,501 - $2,000/month
43% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Lincoln is $1,664, you’ll want to make about $5,546 per month or $66,552 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

Lincoln, CA

101 Available Apartments for Rent

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

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Apartment Communities in Lincoln We Think You'll Love

Tricon Twelve Bridges

Tricon Twelve Bridges

1136 Victorian St,
Lincoln, CA 95648

2-4 Beds | $2,729 - $4,380

Auburn Creek Apartments

Auburn Creek Apartments

174 S O St,
Lincoln, CA 95648

2 Beds | $1,750 - $1,800

Gardens at Bella Breeze

Gardens at Bella Breeze

1000 Dresden Drive Dr,
Lincoln, CA 95648

1-3 Beds | $528 - $2,348

Montessa at Whitney Ranch

Montessa at Whitney Ranch

1150 Whitney Ranch Pky,
Rocklin, CA 95765

1-3 Beds | $2,172 - $2,176

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lincoln?

The average rent in Lincoln is $1,664 per month, which is 0.1% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Lincoln?

The average rent for a house in Lincoln, CA is $2,938 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Lincoln?

Rents in Lincoln, CA are decreasing, with prices down 3.4% year-over-year and $56 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, CA, 43% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Lincoln 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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