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Rental Market Trends in Martinez, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Martinez, CA is $2,031/month.

Rent in Martinez is 22% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,031/month

Average Rent

640 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.8%

Change / Year

102

Available Apartments

Martinez rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Martinez average $1,400 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Martinez average $2,031 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Martinez average $2,438 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Martinez average $2,699 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,400/month
445 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,031/month
640 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,438/month
845 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,699/month
1,053 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Martinez, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.8%, which averages out to $17 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Martinez, CA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Martinez, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
11% $700 - $1,000/month
30% $1,001 - $1,500/month
16% $1,501 - $2,000/month
43% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Martinez is $2,031, you’ll want to make about $6,770 per month or $81,240 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

Martinez, CA

102 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Martinez, 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

Apartment Communities in Martinez We Think You'll Love

Martinez Hillside

Martinez Hillside

90 F St,
Martinez, CA 94553

1-2 Beds | $1,662 - $2,037

The Crest Pleasant Hill

The Crest Pleasant Hill

235 Camelback Rd,
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

1-2 Beds | $2,536 - $3,061

Briarwood Apartments

Briarwood Apartments

141 Golf Club Rd,
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

1-2 Beds | $2,195 - $2,795

Lotus Apartments / L87

Lotus Apartments / L87

3979 Alhambra Ave,
Martinez, CA 94553

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,725 - $2,890

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Martinez?

The average rent in Martinez is $2,031 per month, which is 22.1% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Martinez?

Rents in Martinez, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.8% year-over-year and $17 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Martinez?

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

United States California Martinez 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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