Fountain Valley, CA Rent History

112 months of data, 2017–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$2,998
1-year change
+6.2%
$174/mo
5-year change
+29.6%
$685/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Fountain Valley

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$1,821/mo—0.0%
2018$1,908/mo+4.8%+4.8%
2019$1,972/mo+3.4%+8.3%
2020$2,033/mo+3.1%+11.6%
2021$2,164/mo+6.4%+18.8%
2022$2,498/mo+15.4%+37.2%
2023$2,617/mo+4.8%+43.7%
2024$2,770/mo+5.8%+52.1%
2025$2,790/mo+0.7%+53.2%
2026$2,901/mo+4.0%+59.3%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Fountain Valley changed since 2017?

Median rent in Fountain Valley, CA was $1,821 in 2017-06 and is $2,998 as of 2026-09 — a change of $1,177 per month over 9 years.

How much has Fountain Valley rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Fountain Valley, CA has changed +29.6% ($685 per month). The current median is $2,998.

Is rent in Fountain Valley going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Fountain Valley, CA has increased +6.2% ($174/mo). Current median: $2,998.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.