Average Rent in Montclair, CA
What is the average rent in Montclair, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Montclair, CA is $2,949 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 39 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 39 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Montclair, CAAvg Rent
$2,949/mo
median $2,871
market average
Cheapest
$1,979/mo
Village at Montclair Apartments
Properties
1
tracked daily
Units
39
available now
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 1 properties in Montclair, CA.
Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
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Montclair, CA Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Village at Montclair Apartments
5038 Birch St, Montclair, CA 91763, USA
Kendry Apartments
4868 Cypress St, Montclair, CA 91763, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village at Montclair Apartments 5038 Birch St, Montclair, CA 91763, USA | $1,979 | $2,949 | $3.14/ft² | 4.8 (20) | 39 |
| 2 | Kendry Apartments 4868 Cypress St, Montclair, CA 91763, USA | $2,397 as of Oct 2 | $2,826 | $3.07/ft² | 4.4 (136) | 22 |
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Montclair, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Montclair, CA is $2,949 per month, based on 39 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,979 at Village at Montclair Apartments to $3,923 at Village at Montclair Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,376/mo | $1,979/mo | 9 |
| 1 Bed | $2,684/mo | $1,979/mo | 12 |
| 2 Bed | $3,262/mo | $2,903/mo | 13 |
| 3 Bed | $3,806/mo | $3,599/mo | 5 |
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 Montclair, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Montclair, CA averages $2,684/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,262/mo. At the local median household income of $76,338, that works out to 46% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Montclair, CA at $1,759/mo. The current tracked market average runs 68% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Montclair, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Montclair, 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
$118,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,949/mo.
Comfortable income
$142,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,979/mo), you need to earn at least $79,000/year.
Median household income in Montclair, CA is $76,338 , about 46% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Montclair, CA
Overall prices in Montclair, CA runs above the national average by about 7% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 107.3, 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 Montclair, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,949 |
| Utilities | $567 |
| Groceries | $551 |
| Transportation | $1,353 |
| Healthcare | $660 |
| Other goods and services | $1,056 |
| Estimated total | $7,135/mo |
Population
37,809
Median household income
$76,338
Census median rent
$1,759/mo
Census rent burden
36.5%
Median age
33.5
Mean commute
30 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 Montclair, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Montclair, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,106 | +5% | -1.5% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,375 | +14% | -0.7% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,883 | -2% | +4.4% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,257 | -23% | -10.7% | 33 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,276 | -23% | -- | 32 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,771 | -6% | -12.7% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Montclair, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Montclair, CA is $2,949 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 39 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Montclair, CA?
The median asking rent in Montclair, CA is $2,871 per month, computed from 39 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,949/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Montclair, CA?
The lowest available rent in Montclair, CA starts at $1,979 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Montclair, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Montclair, CA average $2,684/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,979/mo across 12 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Montclair, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Montclair, CA average $3,262/mo. Units start from $2,903/mo across 13 units currently listed.
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