Sierra Vista
1821 Lake Tahoe Blvd,
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
1-2 Beds | $1,789 - $2,178
Rental Market Trends in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in South Lake Tahoe, CA is $1,345/month.
Rent in South Lake Tahoe is 19% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,345/month
Average Rent
555 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.3%
Change / Year
103
Available Apartments
South Lake Tahoe rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in South Lake Tahoe average $949 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in South Lake Tahoe average $1,345 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in South Lake Tahoe average $1,897 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in South Lake Tahoe average $2,113 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
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Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $19 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in South Lake Tahoe, CA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
28%
$700 - $1,000/month
20%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
44%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
8%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in South Lake Tahoe, CA?
Because the average rent in South Lake Tahoe is $1,345, you’ll want to make about $4,483 per month or $53,796 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 South Lake Tahoe, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare South Lake Tahoe, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in South Lake Tahoe?
The average rent in South Lake Tahoe is $1,345 per month, which is 19.2% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in South Lake Tahoe?
The average rent for a house in South Lake Tahoe, CA is $3,290 per month.
Are rents going up or down in South Lake Tahoe?
Rents in South Lake Tahoe, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.3% year-over-year and $19 more per month.
What rent range is most common in South Lake Tahoe?
In South Lake Tahoe, CA, 44% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $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 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.