National City, CA Rent History

48 months of data, 20222026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$2,472
1-year change
-0.4%
$-9/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in National City

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2022
2022$2,055/mo0.0%
2023$2,238/mo+8.9%+8.9%
2024$2,368/mo+5.8%+15.2%
2025$2,435/mo+2.8%+18.5%
2026$2,418/mo-0.7%+17.7%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in National City changed since 2022?

Median rent in National City, CA was $2,055 in 2022-07 and is $2,472 as of 2026-06 — a change of $417 per month over 4 years.

Is rent in National City going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in National City, CA has decreased -0.4% ($-9/mo). Current median: $2,472.

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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.