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Rental Market Trends in Rio Linda, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Rio Linda, CA is $1,278/month.

Rent in Rio Linda is 23% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,278/month

Average Rent

790 Sq Ft

Average Size

-15.3%

Change / Year

15

Available Apartments

Rio Linda rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Rio Linda average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Rio Linda average $1,278 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Rio Linda average $1,627 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Rio Linda average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,278/month
790 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,627/month
789 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,723/month
1,399 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Rio Linda, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 15.3%, which averages out to $195 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Rio Linda, CA

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Rio Linda, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
50% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Rio Linda is $1,278, you’ll want to make about $4,260 per month or $51,120 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

Rio Linda, CA

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

Use the tool below to compare Rio Linda, 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: $1,382/month

  • North Highlands

    North Highlands

    Avg Rent: $1,227/month

  • Antelope

    Antelope

    Avg Rent: $1,676/month

  • Carmichael

    Carmichael

    Avg Rent: $1,407/month

  • Citrus Heights

    Citrus Heights

    Avg Rent: $1,586/month

Apartment Communities in Rio Linda We Think You'll Love

McClellan Court Apartments

McClellan Court Apartments

3430-3448 Freedom Park Dr,
North Highlands, CA 95660

1-2 Beds | $1,125 - $1,600

Elkhorn Village Apartments

Elkhorn Village Apartments

904 Oak Ln,
Rio Linda, CA 95673

1-2 Beds | $1,500 - $1,800

Bell Acqua

Bell Acqua

5821 Dry Creek Rd,
Rio Linda, CA 95673

1-2 Beds | $1,350 - $1,550

5736 Bridgecross Dr

5736 Bridgecross Dr

5736 Bridgecross Dr,
Sacramento, CA 95835

4 Beds | $2,975

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Rio Linda?

The average rent in Rio Linda is $1,278 per month, which is 23.2% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Rio Linda?

The average rent for a house in Rio Linda, CA is $2,723 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Rio Linda?

Rents in Rio Linda, CA are decreasing, with prices down 15.3% year-over-year and $195 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Rio Linda?

In Rio Linda, CA, 50% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Rio Linda 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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