• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator
English

Language

English Español
Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Ridgecrest, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Ridgecrest, CA is $1,103/month.

Rent in Ridgecrest is 34% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,103/month

Average Rent

643 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.8%

Change / Year

96

Available Apartments

Ridgecrest rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Ridgecrest average $1,293 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Ridgecrest average $1,103 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Ridgecrest average $1,170 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Ridgecrest average $1,327 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,293/month
532 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,103/month
643 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,170/month
790 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,327/month
805 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,258/month
887 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,663/month
1,451 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,145/month
1,748 Sq Ft
View Ridgecrest Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Ridgecrest, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $9 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Ridgecrest, CA

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Ridgecrest, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
7% Below $700/month
33% $700 - $1,000/month
53% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
7% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Ridgecrest is $1,103, you’ll want to make about $3,676 per month or $44,112 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

Ridgecrest, CA

96 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

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

Use the tool below to compare Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest Area Guide

Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Ridgecrest We Think You'll Love

Hacienda Court Apartments

Hacienda Court Apartments

150 Miguel St,
Ridgecrest, CA 93555

1-3 Beds | $1,295 - $1,495

Norma Street Apartments

Norma Street Apartments

824 S Norma St,
Ridgecrest, CA 93555

Studio - 3 Beds | $995 - $1,650

Larkspur Village

Larkspur Village

340 S Downs St,
Ridgecrest, CA 93555

2-3 Beds | $1,126 - $1,191

1019 Peg St

1019 Peg St

1019 Peg St,
Ridgecrest, CA 93555

4 Beds | $1,950

Rental Management, Simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Manage Your Rentals

Guides for Managing Your Rental

Should I Increase Rent Every Year?

Raise rent when it makes sense.

How to Finance a Rental Property

Choose a financing path that fits your first rental.

Rental Property Operating Expenses: What They Are and How to Track Them

Close out the year with a landlord to-do list.

How to Buy a Rental Property

Pick a rental with a smarter checklist.

Explore Rental Manager Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Ridgecrest?

The average rent in Ridgecrest is $1,103 per month, which is 33.8% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Ridgecrest?

The average rent for a house in Ridgecrest, CA is $1,663 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Ridgecrest?

Rents in Ridgecrest, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $9 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, CA, 53% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Ridgecrest 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.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity