1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Simi Valley, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Simi Valley, California as of October 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $2,778 and +78% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Simi Valley
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Simi Valley
Compare Simi Valley's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in California
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $880 |
| 2 | Lakeport | $900 |
| 3 | Ridgecrest | $938 |
| 4 | California City | $950 |
| 5 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 6 | Oroville | $1,005 |
| 7 | El Centro | $1,020 |
| 8 | Paradise | $1,020 |
| 9 | Red Bluff | $1,030 |
| 10 | Eureka | $1,040 |
| 11 | Fortuna | $1,050 |
| 12 | Porterville | $1,060 |
| 13 | Shafter | $1,060 |
| 14 | Tehachapi | $1,110 |
| 15 | Hanford | $1,120 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in California
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montecito | $4,030 |
| 2 | Cupertino | $3,880 |
| 3 | Foster City | $3,820 |
| 4 | Scotts Valley | $3,600 |
| 5 | Aptos | $3,600 |
| 6 | Tiburon | $3,530 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $3,530 |
| 8 | Coronado | $3,460 |
| 9 | Sunnyvale | $3,438 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $3,410 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $3,390 |
| 12 | Santa Barbara | $3,382 |
| 13 | Palo Alto | $3,305 |
| 14 | Mountain View | $3,303 |
| 15 | Ladera Ranch | $3,280 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Simi Valley.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Simi Valley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park, CA | 7.2 mi | $2,950 | +$470 (+19%) |
| Stevenson Ranch, CA | 9.1 mi | $2,850 | +$370 (+15%) |
| Agoura Hills, CA | 11.2 mi | $3,120 | +$640 (+26%) |
| Moorpark, CA | 11.5 mi | $2,420 | $-60 (-2%) |
| Calabasas, CA | 11.8 mi | $3,120 | +$640 (+26%) |
| Topanga, CA | 14.5 mi | $3,120 | +$640 (+26%) |
| Westlake Village, CA | 14.9 mi | $2,780 | +$300 (+12%) |
| Malibu, CA | 17 mi | $3,130 | +$650 (+26%) |
| Santa Clarita, CA | 18.7 mi | $2,615 | +$135 (+5%) |
| Camarillo, CA | 21.6 mi | $2,445 | $-35 (-1%) |
| Santa Monica, CA | 24.6 mi | $2,638 | +$158 (+6%) |
| Santa Paula, CA | 26.4 mi | $1,810 | $-670 (-27%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Simi Valley — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Simi Valley?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Simi Valley, California is $2,480 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $2,778.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Simi Valley?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $99,200 ($8,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $47.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Simi Valley expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Simi Valley's 1-bedroom median of $2,480 is +78% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 94th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Simi Valley rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 380 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Simi Valley ranks #269 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Simi Valley?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Moorpark ($2,420), Camarillo ($2,445), Santa Paula ($1,810).