Average Rent in Murrieta, CA

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Current Versus Historical Murrieta, CA Rents

Murrieta rentals average $2,795 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,773 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,999, or roughly $21 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $687 (-30.04%) year-over-year from $2,287 to $1,600. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $897 (47.23%) year-over-year from $1,898 to $2,795. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $584 (25.23%) year-over-year from $2,315 to $2,899. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.01%) year-over-year from $2,875 to $2,875. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $417 (12.33%) year-over-year from $3,383 to $3,800. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.01% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.56% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.60% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.90% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$35.83	$2,795	$1,898 (47.23%)	$1,425 (96.14%)
2 BR	$25.23	$2,899	$2,315 (25.23%)	$2,280 (27.15%)
3 BR	$21.73	$2,875	$2,875 (0.01%)	$2,814 (2.16%)
4+ BR	$15.99	$3,800	$3,383 (12.33%)	$3,307 (14.92%)

Historical Rents in Murrieta, CA

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Top Cities Near Murrieta

There are a total of 3 cities nearby Murrieta. The average rent in Murrieta is currently $3,199 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Hemet, CA, with an average rent of $1,900, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Murrieta, CA is Temecula, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,225 per month.

Let's compare Murrieta, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 48.12% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Murrieta, CA are about 24.28% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 6.90% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 3 cities near Murrieta, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Hemet, CA	$1,616	$1,450	$1,750	$1,900
Menifee, CA	$1,825	$1,295	$2,195	$3,199
Temecula, CA	N/A	$2,200	$2,596	$3,225

Top Neighborhoods Near Murrieta

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Top Counties Near Murrieta

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Murrieta

There is one zipcode in or near Murrieta, CA. The average rent for this zipcode is $2,985. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92562, Riverside County, CA at $2,985 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,985 per month is 92562, Riverside County, CA.

The following table includes the zipcode in or near Murrieta, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
92562, Riverside County, CA	N/A	$2,795	$2,900	$2,985

Frequently Asked Questions - Murrieta Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Murrieta, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Murrieta, CA apartments for rent is approximately $2,999. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Murrieta, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Murrieta, CA.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Murrieta, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,795 and an average price per square feet of $35.83. There are a total of 11 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Murrieta.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Murrieta, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,899 and an average price per square feet of $25.23. There are a total of 19 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Murrieta.

How have rent prices in Murrieta, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Murrieta, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.30%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.47%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.25%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Murrieta, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Murrieta, CA is around $2,399/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.