Aspire Apartments
9131 Darby Ave,
Northridge, CA 91325
1-2 Beds | $2,495 - $3,695
Rental Market Trends in Northridge, CA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Northridge, CA is $1,982/month.
Rent in Northridge is 19% higher than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,982/month
Average Rent
673 Sq Ft
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+0.4%
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Available Apartments
Northridge rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Northridge average $1,540 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Northridge average $1,982 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Northridge average $2,583 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Northridge average $3,288 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Northridge, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.4%, which averages out to $8 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
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Rent Ranges in Northridge, CA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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10%
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42%
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47%
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Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Northridge?
Based on current rent prices, Porter Ranch is the most affordable neighborhood in Northridge.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Northridge?
Based on current rent prices, Porter Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in Northridge.
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Which Northridge neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Northridge with the most apartments available is Porter Ranch .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Northridge, CA?
Because the average rent in Northridge is $1,982, you’ll want to make about $6,606 per month or $79,272 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 Northridge, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Northridge, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Northridge?
The average rent in Northridge is $1,982 per month, which is 19.3% higher than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Northridge?
The average rent for a house in Northridge, CA is $4,305 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Northridge?
The average rent for a condo in Northridge, CA is $1,600 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Northridge?
Rents in Northridge, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.4% year-over-year and $8 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Northridge?
In Northridge, CA, 47% 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 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.