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San Bernardino, CA 92404
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Rental Market Trends in San Bernardino, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in San Bernardino, CA is $1,343/month.
Rent in San Bernardino is 19% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,343/month
Average Rent
596 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.8%
Change / Year
388
Available Apartments
San Bernardino rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in San Bernardino average $1,168 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino average $1,343 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino average $1,694 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino average $2,209 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in San Bernardino, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $24 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in San Bernardino, CA
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
5%
Below $700/month
32%
$700 - $1,000/month
38%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
18%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
7%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Bernardino?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown San Bernardino, Northeast Sterling and Cajon are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Bernardino.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Bernardino?
Based on current rent prices, Cajon, Northeast Sterling and Downtown San Bernardino are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Bernardino.
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Which San Bernardino neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in San Bernardino with the most apartments available are Northeast Sterling, Downtown San Bernardino and Cajon .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Bernardino, CA?
Because the average rent in San Bernardino is $1,343, you’ll want to make about $4,476 per month or $53,712 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.
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.
View the San Bernardino Area GuideStudio
$738/month
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One Bedroom
$898/month
$1,532/month
Two Bedroom
$1,143/month
$1,748/month
Three Bedroom
$1,454/month
$1,745/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Rialto
Avg Rent: $1,675/month
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Colton
Avg Rent: $1,653/month
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Crestline
Avg Rent: $648/month
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Loma Linda
Avg Rent: $1,465/month
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Grand Terrace
Avg Rent: $1,792/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in San Bernardino?
The average rent in San Bernardino is $1,343 per month, which is 19.3% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in San Bernardino?
The average rent for a house in San Bernardino, CA is $3,067 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in San Bernardino?
The average rent for a townhome in San Bernardino, CA is $1,812 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in San Bernardino?
The average rent for a condo in San Bernardino, CA is $1,655 per month.
Are rents going up or down in San Bernardino?
Rents in San Bernardino, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $24 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.
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.