Long-term Rental Rates — August 2026 · ZIPs: 92105
Local market data by Crestmont Realty
As of August 2026, rental prices in City Heights, CA range from $1,698 to $5,586 per month depending on property type and bedroom count.
The largest year-over-year change in City Heights, CA was a -10.31% decrease for 3-bedroom condo/townhome units.
For 2-bedroom rentals in City Heights, CA, apartments have a median rent of $2,203 while condos/townhomes are higher at $2,319.
What is the rental price range in City Heights, CA as of August 2026?
Rental prices in City Heights, CA range from $1,698 for a 1-bedroom condo/townhome up to $5,586 for a 4-bedroom condo/townhome as of August 2026.
Is there a segment with an unusually large year-over-year change in City Heights, CA?
Yes, 3-bedroom condos/townhomes in City Heights, CA saw a -10.31% year-over-year decline, the largest shift across all segments in August 2026.
How much is the premium gap between apartments and condos for the same bedroom count in City Heights, CA?
For 2-bedroom units in City Heights, CA, condos/townhomes have a median rent of $2,319, which is $116 higher than apartments at $2,203 in August 2026.
Which property and bedroom combination is the most expensive in City Heights, CA?
The most expensive segment is 4-bedroom condo/townhome units, with a median rent of $5,586 per month in City Heights, CA as of August 2026.
City Heights, CA
August 2026
92105
Long-term Rental Rates
Apartment
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,662 – $1,837
1.92%
-0.33%
2-Bedroom
$2,093 – $2,313
0.75%
-4.32%
3-Bedroom
$2,725 – $3,042
2.58%
-7.69%
4-Bedroom
$5,303 – $5,687
3.00%
2.56%
Condo/Townhome
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,644 – $1,753
-2.93%
-4.03%
2-Bedroom
$2,245 – $2,393
0.55%
-4.23%
3-Bedroom
$2,971 – $3,251
0.92%
-10.31%
4-Bedroom
$5,351 – $5,821
0.94%
3.02%
Single-Family
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,872 – $2,007
-3.31%
-9.36%
2-Bedroom
$2,494 – $2,768
0.48%
-3.14%
3-Bedroom
$3,297 – $3,658
2.78%
4.51%
4-Bedroom
$3,757 – $4,065
-0.34%
-4.31%
Data updated: September 22, 2026
City Heights Rental Trends
In the City Heights (92105) rental market, 1-bedroom apartments posted a median rent of $1,717, reflecting a month-over-month decline of 2.46% and a year-over-year decrease of 0.88%. This was the sharpest monthly drop among apartment types, showcasing softening demand at the entry-level multifamily segment.
Single-family 2-bedroom homes in City Heights (92105) climbed to $2,619, marking a 7.69% increase over the previous month and surpassing 2-bedroom apartments by $433. This notable rise highlights a preference shift toward detached mid-size rentals over apartments in the same area.
Among larger units, City Heights (92105) rental trends indicate that 4-bedroom condos and townhomes achieved a median rent of $5,534, up 3.25% year-over-year. This segment’s YoY growth exceeded the 0.26% gain posted by 4-bedroom apartments, underscoring stronger appreciation in large attached home rentals.
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