Average Rent in Chico, CA
5 apartment buildings, 34 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Avg Rent
$1,584/mo
median $1,545
market average
Cheapest
$1,040/mo
Westpark Plaza Apartments
Properties
5
tracked daily
Units
34
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 5 properties in Chico, CA.
Average rent trend
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Chico, CA Rent Prices
All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Westpark Plaza Apartments
920 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
RSC Associates, Inc.
3120 Cohasset Rd #5, Chico, CA 95973, USA
Redwood Cove Apartments
621 Pomona Ave, Chico, CA 95928, USA
Parkside Terrace
2162 Hartford Dr, Chico, CA 95928, USA
7th Street Manor Apartments
1013 W 7th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westpark Plaza Apartments 920 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA | $1,040 | $1,165 | $2.50 | 4.7 (33) | 4 |
| 2 | RSC Associates, Inc. 3120 Cohasset Rd #5, Chico, CA 95973, USA | $1,055 | $1,269 | $1.79 | 3.3 (32) | 7 |
| 3 | Redwood Cove Apartments 621 Pomona Ave, Chico, CA 95928, USA | $1,125 | $1,763 | $1.25 | 3.2 (18) | 9 |
| 4 | Parkside Terrace 2162 Hartford Dr, Chico, CA 95928, USA | $1,307 | $1,307 | $1.17 | 3.9 (19) | 1 |
| 5 | 7th Street Manor Apartments 1013 W 7th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA | $1,400 | $1,780 | $1.73 | 4.8 (6) | 13 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Westpark Plaza Apartments
4.7 (33)920 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
RSC Associates, Inc.
3.3 (32)3120 Cohasset Rd #5, Chico, CA 95973, USA
Redwood Cove Apartments
3.2 (18)621 Pomona Ave, Chico, CA 95928, USA
Parkside Terrace
3.9 (19)2162 Hartford Dr, Chico, CA 95928, USA
7th Street Manor Apartments
4.8 (6)1013 W 7th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
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Chico, CA neighborhoods
Tracked buildings across 3 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments.
Chico, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Chico, CA is $1,584 per month, based on 34 units across 5 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,040 at Westpark Plaza Apartments to $2,750 at 7th Street Manor Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,642/mo | $1,040/mo | 9 |
| 1 Bed | $1,241/mo | $1,040/mo | 8 |
| 2 Bed | $1,544/mo | $1,285/mo | 9 |
| 3 Bed | $1,815/mo | $1,307/mo | 5 |
| 4 Bed | $2,058/mo | $1,530/mo | 3 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chico, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$63,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,584/mo.
Comfortable income
$76,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,040/mo), you need to earn at least $42,000/year.
Cost of living in Chico, CA
We only have live rent data for Chico, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,584 |
| Estimated total | $1,584/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How Chico, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Chico, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,936 | +85% | +3.2% | 49 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,854 | +80% | -2.4% | 32 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,223 | +103% | -2.7% | 29 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,541 | +60% | -2.6% | 26 |
| Oakland, CA | $3,641 | +130% | -0.6% | 22 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,352 | +48% | -1.1% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Chico, CA?
The average rent in Chico, CA is $1,584 per month, based on 34 units across 5 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Chico, CA?
The median asking rent in Chico, CA is $1,545 per month, computed from 34 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,584/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Chico, CA?
The lowest available rent in Chico, CA starts at $1,040 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Chico, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Chico, CA average $1,241/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,040/mo across 8 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Chico, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Chico, CA average $1,544/mo. Units start from $1,285/mo across 9 units currently listed.
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