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Rental Market Trends in Sonora, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Sonora, CA is $1,246/month.

Rent in Sonora is 25% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,246/month

Average Rent

589 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.6%

Change / Year

48

Available Apartments

Sonora rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Sonora average $1,360 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Sonora average $1,246 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Sonora average $1,401 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Sonora average $1,127 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,360/month
1,500 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,246/month
589 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,401/month
890 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,127/month
1,242 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Sonora, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $20 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Sonora, CA

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Sonora, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
20% $700 - $1,000/month
80% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Sonora is $1,246, you’ll want to make about $4,153 per month or $49,836 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

Sonora, CA

48 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Sonora, 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

Apartment Communities in Sonora We Think You'll Love

Quail Hollow Apartments

Quail Hollow Apartments

20230 Grouse Way,
Sonora, CA 95370

1-2 Beds | $1,365 - $1,485

249 S Shepherd St

249 S Shepherd St

249 S Shepherd St,
Sonora, CA 95370

3 Beds | $2,400

951 Shaws Flat Rd

951 Shaws Flat Rd

951 Shaws Flat Rd,
Sonora, CA 95370

3 Beds | $2,195

12345 Longeway Rd

12345 Longeway Rd

12345 Longeway Rd,
Sonora, CA 95370

1 Bed | $1,250

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Sonora?

The average rent in Sonora is $1,246 per month, which is 25.1% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Sonora?

Rents in Sonora, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $20 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Sonora?

In Sonora, CA, 80% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Sonora 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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