Average Rent in Davis, CA
What is the average rent in Davis, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Davis, CA is $2,034 per month, as of November 13, 2026. This sample includes 67 priced apartments in 15 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 13, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
15 apartment buildings, 67 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Davis, CACheapest
$600/mo
Casitas
Properties
15
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Units
67
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Davis, CA Rent Prices
All 15 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Casitas
717 Alvarado Ave, Davis, CA 95616, USA
The Spoke
801 J St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Sundance Apartments
510 Arthur St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Academy Lane
1124 F St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Westwood
800 Adams St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
The Colleges at La Rue Apartments
164 Orchard Park Dr, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Cottages on 5th
500 Pole Line Rd, Davis, CA 95618, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casitas 717 Alvarado Ave, Davis, CA 95616, USA | $600 | $600 | $1.19/ft² | 4.2 (11) | 1 |
| 2 | The Spoke 801 J St, Davis, CA 95616, USA | $1,000 | $1,425 | $1.90/ft² | 3.5 (273) | 4 |
| 3 | Sundance Apartments 510 Arthur St, Davis, CA 95616, USA | $1,080 | $1,080 | $2.52/ft² | 4.4 (25) | 1 |
| 4 | Academy Lane 1124 F St, Davis, CA 95616, USA | $1,514 | $1,612 | $3.37/ft² | 3.3 (53) | 6 |
| 5 | Westwood 800 Adams St, Davis, CA 95616, USA | $1,514 | $1,612 | $3.37/ft² | 3.4 (19) | 6 |
| 6 | The Colleges at La Rue Apartments 164 Orchard Park Dr, Davis, CA 95616, USA | $1,561 | $1,561 | -- | 4.4 (27) | 1 |
| 7 | Cottages on 5th 500 Pole Line Rd, Davis, CA 95618, USA | $1,800 | $1,863 | $3.11/ft² | 4 (22) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood.
Casitas
4.2 (11)717 Alvarado Ave, Davis, CA 95616, USA
The Spoke
3.5 (273)801 J St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Sundance Apartments
4.4 (25)510 Arthur St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Academy Lane
3.3 (53)1124 F St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
Westwood
3.4 (19)800 Adams St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
The Colleges at La Rue Apartments
4.4 (27)164 Orchard Park Dr, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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Davis, CA neighborhoods
Tracked buildings across 2 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments.
Davis, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Davis, CA is $2,034 per month, based on 67 units across 15 apartment communities. Prices range from $600 at Casitas to $2,999 at Tanglewood.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,651/mo | $1,080/mo | 20 |
| 2 Bed | $2,089/mo | $1,000/mo | 32 |
| 3 Bed | $2,120/mo | $600/mo | 8 |
| 4 Bed | $2,782/mo | $2,537/mo | 7 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Davis, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Davis, CA averages $1,651/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,089/mo. At the local median household income of $87,421, that works out to 28% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Davis, CA at $2,043/mo. The current tracked market average runs 0% below that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Davis, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Davis, 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
$81,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,034/mo.
Comfortable income
$98,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($600/mo), you need to earn at least $24,000/year.
Median household income in Davis, CA is $87,421 , about 10% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Davis, CA
Overall prices in Davis, CA runs above the national average by about 9% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 109.1, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Davis, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,034 |
| Utilities | $574 |
| Groceries | $567 |
| Transportation | $1,368 |
| Healthcare | $667 |
| Other goods and services | $1,068 |
| Estimated total | $6,277/mo |
Population
66,801
Median household income
$87,421
Census median rent
$2,043/mo
Census rent burden
41.6%
Median age
27.2
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
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
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
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 were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Davis, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Davis, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,106 | +53% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,375 | +66% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,883 | +42% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,267 | +11% | 33 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,276 | +12% | 32 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,778 | +37% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Davis, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Davis, CA is $2,034 per month, as of November 13, 2026. This sample includes 67 priced apartments in 15 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Davis, CA?
The median asking rent in Davis, CA is $2,070 per month, computed from 67 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,034/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Davis, CA?
The lowest available rent in Davis, CA starts at $600 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Davis, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Davis, CA average $1,651/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,080/mo across 20 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Davis, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Davis, CA average $2,089/mo. Units start from $1,000/mo across 32 units currently listed.
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