The Monroe
127 W Pomona St,
Monrovia, CA 91016
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,333 - $6,558
Rental Market Trends in Monrovia, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Monrovia, CA is $2,351/month.
Rent in Monrovia is 41% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,351/month
Average Rent
646 Sq Ft
Average Size
-4.7%
Change / Year
444
Available Apartments
Monrovia rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Monrovia average $2,023 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Monrovia average $2,351 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Monrovia average $2,676 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Monrovia average $3,412 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Monrovia, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 4.7%, which averages out to $110 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Monrovia, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
3%
$700 - $1,000/month
26%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
29%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
41%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Monrovia, CA?
Because the average rent in Monrovia is $2,351, you’ll want to make about $7,836 per month or $94,032 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 Monrovia, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Monrovia, 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 Monrovia Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Duarte
Avg Rent: $2,503/month
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Arcadia
Avg Rent: $1,702/month
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Azusa
Avg Rent: $2,015/month
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Sierra Madre
Avg Rent: $1,690/month
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Baldwin Park
Avg Rent: $1,466/month
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Temple City
Avg Rent: $1,764/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Monrovia?
The average rent in Monrovia is $2,351 per month, which is 41.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Monrovia?
The average rent for a house in Monrovia, CA is $4,278 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Monrovia?
Rents in Monrovia, CA are decreasing, with prices down 4.7% year-over-year and $110 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Monrovia?
In Monrovia, CA, 41% 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.