The Retreat
22900 Oak Ridge Dr,
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
1-3 Beds | $2,260 - $3,200
Rental Market Trends in Santa Clarita, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Santa Clarita, CA is $2,249/month.
Rent in Santa Clarita is 35% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,249/month
Average Rent
687 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.6%
Change / Year
587
Available Apartments
Santa Clarita rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Santa Clarita average $2,114 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Santa Clarita average $2,249 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Santa Clarita average $2,579 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Santa Clarita average $3,281 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Santa Clarita, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.6%, which averages out to $13 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Santa Clarita, CA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
9%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
20%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
71%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Santa Clarita?
Based on current rent prices, Saugus, Santa Clarita Valley and The Bungalows are the most affordable neighborhoods in Santa Clarita.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Santa Clarita?
Based on current rent prices, The Bungalows, Santa Clarita Valley and Saugus are the most expensive neighborhoods in Santa Clarita.
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Which Santa Clarita neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Santa Clarita with the most apartments available are Santa Clarita Valley, Saugus and The Bungalows .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Santa Clarita, CA?
Because the average rent in Santa Clarita is $2,249, you’ll want to make about $7,496 per month or $89,952 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 Santa Clarita, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Santa Clarita, 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 Santa Clarita Area GuideStudio
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$2,096/month
One Bedroom
$2,443/month
$2,314/month
Two Bedroom
$2,989/month
$2,675/month
Three Bedroom
$3,970/month
$3,312/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Canyon Country
Avg Rent: $2,060/month
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Newhall
Avg Rent: $1,859/month
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Valencia
Avg Rent: $2,496/month
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Stevenson Ranch
Avg Rent: $2,412/month
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Castaic
Avg Rent: $1,316/month
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Granada Hills
Avg Rent: $1,827/month
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San Fernando
Avg Rent: $1,467/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Santa Clarita?
The average rent in Santa Clarita is $2,249 per month, which is 35.2% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Santa Clarita?
The average rent for a house in Santa Clarita, CA is $3,933 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Santa Clarita?
Rents in Santa Clarita, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.6% year-over-year and $13 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Santa Clarita?
In Santa Clarita, CA, 71% of apartments fall above $2,000/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 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.