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Rental Market Trends in Ontario, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Ontario, CA is $2,069/month.

Rent in Ontario is 24% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,069/month

Average Rent

678 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.5%

Change / Year

778

Available Apartments

Ontario rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Ontario average $1,611 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Ontario average $2,069 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Ontario average $2,489 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Ontario average $2,846 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,611/month
507 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,069/month
678 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,489/month
985 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,846/month
1,252 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,674/month
277 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,641/month
1,037 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,286/month
1,485 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,784/month
2,433 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,607/month
937 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,080/month
1,525 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,694/month
1,055 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,235/month
1,506 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Ontario, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.5%, which averages out to $52 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Ontario, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Ontario, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
4% $700 - $1,000/month
36% $1,001 - $1,500/month
22% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Ontario?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Ontario is the most affordable neighborhood in Ontario.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Ontario
$2,200/month
676 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Ontario?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Ontario is the most expensive neighborhood in Ontario.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Ontario
$2,200/month
676 Sq Ft

Which Ontario neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Ontario with the most apartments available is Downtown Ontario .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Ontario
$2,200/month
676 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Ontario is $2,069, you’ll want to make about $6,896 per month or $82,752 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.

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Ontario, CA

778 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Ontario, 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

Downtown Ontario

Ontario, CA

Downtown Ontario

Ontario, CA

Studio
$1,170/month
$1,170/month
One Bedroom
$1,731/month
$1,731/month
Two Bedroom
$2,574/month
$2,574/month
Three Bedroom
$3,152/month
$3,152/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Eastvale

    Eastvale

    Avg Rent: $2,967/month

  • Chino

    Chino

    Avg Rent: $2,285/month

  • Montclair

    Montclair

    Avg Rent: $2,448/month

  • Upland

    Upland

    Avg Rent: $1,980/month

  • Rancho Cucamonga

    Rancho Cucamonga

    Avg Rent: $2,281/month

  • Norco

    Norco

    Avg Rent: $2,604/month

  • Alta Loma

    Alta Loma

    Avg Rent: $2,237/month

  • Jurupa Valley

    Jurupa Valley

    Avg Rent: $1,857/month

Apartment Communities in Ontario We Think You'll Love

Citrine Hills

Citrine Hills

3303 S Archibald Ave,
Ontario, CA 91761

1-2 Beds | $2,164 - $2,567

Vineyards

Vineyards

1900 E Inland Empire Blvd,
Ontario, CA 91764

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,000 - $4,699

Downtown Ontario Luxury Apartments

Downtown Ontario Luxury Apartments

320 N Euclid Ave,
Ontario, CA 91762

1-2 Beds | $2,374 - $3,234

Ironwood Apartments

Ironwood Apartments

11100 4th St,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

1-3 Beds | $2,215 - $6,322

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Ontario?

The average rent in Ontario is $2,069 per month, which is 24.3% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Ontario?

The average rent for a house in Ontario, CA is $3,286 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Ontario?

The average rent for a townhome in Ontario, CA is $2,694 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Ontario?

Rents in Ontario, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.5% year-over-year and $52 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Ontario?

In Ontario, CA, 38% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Ontario 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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