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Rental Market Trends in Norwalk, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Norwalk, CA is $1,955/month.

Rent in Norwalk is 17% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$1,955/month

Average Rent

587 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.2%

Change / Year

197

Available Apartments

Norwalk rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Norwalk average $1,651 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Norwalk average $1,955 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Norwalk average $2,406 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Norwalk average $3,290 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,651/month
441 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,955/month
587 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,406/month
829 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,290/month
1,089 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,577/month
1,175 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,995/month
871 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Norwalk, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.2%, which averages out to $44 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Norwalk, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Norwalk, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
5% $1,001 - $1,500/month
46% $1,501 - $2,000/month
49% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Norwalk is $1,955, you’ll want to make about $6,516 per month or $78,192 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

Norwalk, CA

197 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Norwalk, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Avg Rent: $2,332/month

  • Artesia

    Artesia

    Avg Rent: $2,151/month

  • Cerritos

    Cerritos

    Avg Rent: $2,770/month

  • Bellflower

    Bellflower

    Avg Rent: $1,717/month

  • Downey

    Downey

    Avg Rent: $1,790/month

  • La Mirada

    La Mirada

    Avg Rent: $1,859/month

  • La Palma

    La Palma

    Avg Rent: $2,204/month

  • Lakewood

    Lakewood

    Avg Rent: $1,972/month

  • Paramount

    Paramount

    Avg Rent: $1,823/month

Apartment Communities in Norwalk We Think You'll Love

Norwalk Metropointe

Norwalk Metropointe

11615 E Firestone Blvd,
Norwalk, CA 90650

1-3 Beds | $2,094 - $2,948

Solterra At Civic Center

Solterra At Civic Center

12700 Bloomfield Ave,
Norwalk, CA 90650

1-2 Beds | $2,598 - $3,705

Alivia Apartments

Alivia Apartments

11201 Carmenita Rd,
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

1-2 Beds | $2,635 - $3,695

Park Regency Club

Park Regency Club

10000 Imperial Hwy,
Downey, CA 90242

1-2 Beds | $2,067 - $3,057

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Norwalk?

The average rent in Norwalk is $1,955 per month, which is 17.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Norwalk?

The average rent for a house in Norwalk, CA is $3,577 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Norwalk?

Rents in Norwalk, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.2% year-over-year and $44 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Norwalk?

In Norwalk, CA, 49% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Norwalk 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 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.

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