Average Rent in Fountain Valley, CA
Apartments & Houses by Size

Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025

Fountain Valley’s rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and single‑family homes that cater to professionals, families, and retirees alike. Apartment seekers will find studio units typically priced in the $1900s, while one‑bedroom options comfortably sit in the $2400 range. Two‑bedroom apartments trend toward the $2900‑$3000 bracket, and larger three‑bedroom layouts approach the $3800 mark, providing ample space for growing households. For those preferring a house, one‑bedroom homes start in the $1900s, with two‑bedroom residences averaging around $2900 and three‑bedroom properties near $4300. Larger families can explore four‑plus bedroom homes that generally fall in the $5600 range, offering the room and privacy many desire.

The city’s well‑planned neighborhoods, such as North Fountain Valley and the Mile Square area, are especially popular for their proximity to top‑rated schools, shopping centers, and transit corridors. Residents enjoy easy access to Mile Square Regional Park, where hiking trails and natural lakes provide outdoor recreation, as well as the Fountain Valley Golf Course for leisurely weekend play. Convenient dining and cultural venues along Harbor Boulevard add a vibrant urban feel while still maintaining a suburban charm.

With a blend of modern apartment complexes and spacious single‑family homes, Fountain Valley delivers a balanced rental environment that supports a variety of lifestyle needs. The area's strong employment centers, excellent schools, and family‑friendly amenities make it a sought‑after destination for renters seeking stability and quality of life in Southern California.

Fountain Valley Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count

Property Type Bedrooms Average Median Min - Max 25th - 75th
Apartment Studio $1,947 $1,950 $1,700 - $2,190 $1,900 - $1,995
Apartment 1 Bedroom $2,427 $2,414 $2,150 - $3,050 $2,329 - $2,445
Apartment 2 Bedroom $2,893 $2,917 $2,355 - $3,450 $2,745 - $3,100
Apartment 3 Bedroom $3,814 $3,800 $3,444 - $4,200 $3,444 - $4,200
House 1 Bedroom $1,925 $1,800 $1,200 - $2,900 $1,250 - $2,900
House 2 Bedroom $2,902 $2,850 $2,400 - $3,500 $2,650 - $2,995
House 3 Bedroom $4,276 $4,195 $3,000 - $6,699 $3,850 - $4,700
House 4+ Bedroom $5,678 $5,300 $1,050 - $12,000 $4,800 - $6,300

In the current period, the average rent in Fountain Valley was $1,947 for Studio, $2,316 for 1 Bedroom, $2,896 for 2 Bedroom, $4,240 for 3 Bedroom, and $5,334 for 4+ Bedroom.

Fountain Valley

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