Monterey, CA rental market
Last updated August 23, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Monterey, CA is $2,872.
$2,872
+$222
+$156
112
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,690 to $7,400.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,600 | 2 |
| $1,700 | 3 |
| $1,800 | 4 |
| $1,900 | 5 |
| $2,000 | 7 |
| $2,100 | 6 |
| $2,200 | 5 |
| $2,300 | 2 |
| $2,400 | 9 |
| $2,500 | 7 |
| $2,600 | 8 |
| $2,700 | 4 |
| $2,800 | 7 |
| $2,900 | 7 |
| $3,000 | 4 |
| $3,100 | 3 |
| $3,200 | 8 |
| $3,300 | 5 |
| $3,400 | 3 |
| $3,500 | 3 |
| $3,600 | 2 |
| $3,700 | 1 |
| $3,800 | 2 |
| $3,900 | 2 |
| $4,000 | 2 |
| $4,100 | 4 |
| $4,200 | 8 |
| $4,300 | 2 |
| $4,500 | 2 |
| $4,600 | 2 |
| $4,700 | 2 |
| $4,800 | 2 |
| $4,900 | 3 |
| $5,000+ | 10 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $156 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,595 | $2,600 |
| Feb | $2,500 | $2,750 |
| Mar | $2,400 | $2,500 |
| Apr | $2,400 | $2,597 |
| May | $2,375 | $2,700 |
| Jun | $2,495 | $2,800 |
| Jul | $2,495 | $2,700 |
| Aug | $2,495 | $2,795 |
| Sep | $2,716 | No data |
| Oct | $2,675 | No data |
| Nov | $2,700 | No data |
| Dec | $2,595 | No data |
Market temperature
The Monterey, CA rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Monterey, CA is 37% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Monterey, CA?
The average rent in Monterey, CA is $2,872.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Monterey, CA?
Houses in Monterey, CA rent between $1,690 - $7,400 with an average rent of $2,872.
3. How has the rent in Monterey, CA changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Monterey, CA increased by $156
4. How much has the rent in Monterey, CA increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Monterey, CA increased by $222
5. How many available rentals are there in Monterey, CA?
There are currently 112 rentals available in Monterey, CA.
6. How do rent prices in Monterey, CA compare with the national average?
The average rent in Monterey, CA is $2,872 — 36.76% higher the national average of $2,100.