Average Rent in San Bernardino, CA
What is the average rent in San Bernardino, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in San Bernardino, CA is $1,897 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 37 priced apartments in 7 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 October 17, 2026 through October 20, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
7 apartment buildings, 37 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in San Bernardino, CACheapest
$1,445/mo
Eureka
Properties
7
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Units
37
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Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
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San Bernardino, CA Rent Prices
All 7 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Meridian Terrace
243 N Meridian Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA
Eureka
1525 Eureka St E, San Bernardino, CA 92404, USA
Date Palms
1415 E Date St, San Bernardino, CA 92404, USA
Hillside Village
2196 Kendall Dr, San Bernardino, CA 92407, USA
Creekside Village
495 E 3rd St, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA
Castle park
2065 W College Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92407, USA
Ascot Park Apartments
1422 E 9th St, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meridian Terrace 243 N Meridian Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA | $912 as of Aug 17 | $912 | -- | 4.1 (278) | 2 |
| 2 | Eureka 1525 Eureka St E, San Bernardino, CA 92404, USA | $1,445 | $1,539 | $1.88/ft² | 3.4 (89) | 6 |
| 3 | Date Palms 1415 E Date St, San Bernardino, CA 92404, USA | $1,660 | $1,780 | $2.41/ft² | 3.8 (12) | 7 |
| 4 | Hillside Village 2196 Kendall Dr, San Bernardino, CA 92407, USA | $1,739 | $1,767 | $2.18/ft² | 4 (58) | 2 |
| 5 | Creekside Village 495 E 3rd St, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA | $1,749 | $1,963 | $2.49/ft² | 4.1 (173) | 10 |
| 6 | Castle park 2065 W College Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92407, USA | $1,864 | $2,099 | $2.50/ft² | 4.1 (345) | 5 |
| 7 | Ascot Park Apartments 1422 E 9th St, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA | $1,924 | $2,032 | $2.59/ft² | 3.7 (104) | 6 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Meridian Terrace
4.1 (278)243 N Meridian Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA
Eureka
3.4 (89)1525 Eureka St E, San Bernardino, CA 92404, USA
Date Palms
3.8 (12)1415 E Date St, San Bernardino, CA 92404, USA
Hillside Village
4 (58)2196 Kendall Dr, San Bernardino, CA 92407, USA
Creekside Village
4.1 (173)495 E 3rd St, San Bernardino, CA 92410, USA
Castle park
4.1 (345)2065 W College Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92407, USA
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San Bernardino, CA neighborhoods
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San Bernardino, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in San Bernardino, CA is $1,897 per month, based on 37 units across 7 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,445 at Eureka to $2,647 at Foothill Villas.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,653/mo | $1,565/mo | 8 |
| 2 Bed | $1,894/mo | $1,445/mo | 20 |
| 3 Bed | $2,534/mo | $2,420/mo | 2 |
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 San Bernardino, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in San Bernardino, CA averages $1,653/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,894/mo. At the local median household income of $63,988, that works out to 36% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in San Bernardino, CA at $1,433/mo. The current tracked market average runs 32% 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 San Bernardino, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Bernardino, 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
$76,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,897/mo.
Comfortable income
$91,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,445/mo), you need to earn at least $58,000/year.
Median household income in San Bernardino, CA is $63,988 , about 30% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in San Bernardino, CA
Overall prices in San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,897 |
| Utilities | $567 |
| Groceries | $551 |
| Transportation | $1,353 |
| Healthcare | $660 |
| Other goods and services | $1,056 |
| Estimated total | $6,083/mo |
Population
221,774
Median household income
$63,988
Census median rent
$1,433/mo
Census rent burden
37.7%
Median age
31.9
Mean commute
29 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 San Bernardino, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs San Bernardino, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,111 | +64% | +0.8% | 49 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,382 | +78% | -1% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,862 | +51% | +2.1% | 33 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,171 | +173% | +3.2% | 32 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,559 | +35% | +35.4% | 31 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,287 | +21% | -1% | 25 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in San Bernardino, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in San Bernardino, CA is $1,897 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 37 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in San Bernardino, CA?
The median asking rent in San Bernardino, CA is $1,935 per month, computed from 37 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,897/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in San Bernardino, CA?
The lowest available rent in San Bernardino, CA starts at $1,445 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in San Bernardino, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino, CA average $1,653/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,565/mo across 8 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in San Bernardino, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in San Bernardino, CA average $1,894/mo. Units start from $1,445/mo across 20 units currently listed.
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