Lakewood, CA Rent History

67 months of data, 2021–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$3,401
1-year change
+5.8%
$186/mo
5-year change
+35.0%
$881/mo

Monthly rent trend

Loading…

Year-by-year rent in Lakewood

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2021
2021$2,395/mo—0.0%
2022$2,729/mo+13.9%+13.9%
2023$2,805/mo+2.8%+17.1%
2024$2,864/mo+2.1%+19.6%
2025$3,099/mo+8.2%+29.4%
2026$3,278/mo+5.8%+36.9%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Lakewood changed since 2021?

Median rent in Lakewood, CA was $2,372 in 2021-03 and is $3,401 as of 2026-09 — a change of $1,029 per month over 5 years.

How much has Lakewood rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Lakewood, CA has changed +35.0% ($881 per month). The current median is $3,401.

Is rent in Lakewood going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Lakewood, CA has increased +5.8% ($186/mo). Current median: $3,401.

See full rent data for Lakewood, CA →
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.