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Rental Market Trends in San Bernardino, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in San Bernardino, CA is $1,341/month.

Rent in San Bernardino is 19% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,341/month

Average Rent

595 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.9%

Change / Year

681

Available Apartments

San Bernardino rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in San Bernardino average $1,167 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino average $1,341 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino average $1,693 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino average $2,196 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,167/month
434 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,341/month
595 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,693/month
849 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,196/month
1,070 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,153/month
877 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,964/month
1,409 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,639/month
1,645 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,572/month
658 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,041/month
794 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,632/month
636 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,015/month
920 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in San Bernardino, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $26 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in San Bernardino, CA

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in San Bernardino, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
5% Below $700/month
32% $700 - $1,000/month
38% $1,001 - $1,500/month
19% $1,501 - $2,000/month
7% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Bernardino?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown San Bernardino, San Gorgonio and Northeast Sterling are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Bernardino.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown San Bernardino
$1,499/month
653 Sq Ft
San Gorgonio
$1,586/month
682 Sq Ft
Northeast Sterling
$1,635/month
589 Sq Ft
Cajon
$1,767/month
695 Sq Ft
Kendall
$1,875/month
667 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Bernardino?

Based on current rent prices, Kendall, Cajon and Northeast Sterling are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Bernardino.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Kendall
$1,875/month
667 Sq Ft
Cajon
$1,767/month
695 Sq Ft
Northeast Sterling
$1,635/month
589 Sq Ft
San Gorgonio
$1,586/month
682 Sq Ft
Downtown San Bernardino
$1,499/month
653 Sq Ft

Which San Bernardino neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in San Bernardino with the most apartments available are Downtown San Bernardino, Northeast Sterling and Kendall .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown San Bernardino
$1,499/month
653 Sq Ft
Northeast Sterling
$1,635/month
589 Sq Ft
Kendall
$1,875/month
667 Sq Ft
San Gorgonio
$1,586/month
682 Sq Ft
Cajon
$1,767/month
695 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in San Bernardino is $1,341, you’ll want to make about $4,470 per month or $53,640 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

San Bernardino, CA

681 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino

San Bernardino, CA

Kendall

San Bernardino, CA

Studio
$736/month
-
One Bedroom
$895/month
$1,911/month
Two Bedroom
$1,141/month
$2,151/month
Three Bedroom
$1,452/month
-
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Date Palms

1455 E Date St,
San Bernardino, CA 92404

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Cresthaven

Cresthaven

6155 Palm Ave,
San Bernardino, CA 92407

1-2 Beds | $1,840 - $2,269

Ascot Park Apartments

Ascot Park Apartments

1422 E 9th St,
San Bernardino, CA 92410

1-3 Beds | $1,599 - $2,395

Trails at Grand Terrace

Trails at Grand Terrace

1699 E Washington St,
Colton, CA 92324

1-2 Beds | $1,941 - $2,290

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in San Bernardino?

The average rent in San Bernardino is $1,341 per month, which is 19.4% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in San Bernardino?

The average rent for a house in San Bernardino, CA is $2,964 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in San Bernardino?

The average rent for a townhome in San Bernardino, CA is $2,015 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in San Bernardino?

The average rent for a condo in San Bernardino, CA is $1,572 per month.

Are rents going up or down in San Bernardino?

Rents in San Bernardino, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $26 more per month.

What rent range is most common in San Bernardino?

In San Bernardino, CA, 38% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California San Bernardino 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 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.

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