Lakewood, CA Rent History

64 months of data, 20212026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$3,430
1-year change
-1.0%
$-36/mo
5-year change
+35.1%
$891/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Lakewood

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2021
2021$2,500/mo0.0%
2022$2,866/mo+14.6%+14.6%
2023$2,946/mo+2.8%+17.8%
2024$3,000/mo+1.8%+20.0%
2025$3,469/mo+15.6%+38.8%
2026$3,448/mo-0.6%+37.9%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Lakewood changed since 2021?

Median rent in Lakewood, CA was $2,483 in 2021-03 and is $3,430 as of 2026-06 — a change of $947 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 +35.1% ($891 per month). The current median is $3,430.

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

Year over year, median rent in Lakewood, CA has decreased -1.0% ($-36/mo). Current median: $3,430.

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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.