Lincoln, California, offers a vibrant rental landscape that blends suburban comfort with easy access to the Sacramento‑San Joaquin Delta and the Sierra Nevada foothills. The city’s well‑planned neighborhoods—such as Downtown Lincoln’s historic district, the family‑friendly Rosemont area, and the newer developments near the Lincoln Center—provide a variety of housing styles, from charming single‑family homes to modern apartment complexes. Residents enjoy close proximity to outdoor attractions like the American River Parkway, popular wineries, and a growing downtown scene featuring boutique shops, cafés, and community events.

The rental market reflects this diversity, with one‑bedroom apartments typically positioned in the $1900s and larger three‑bedroom units approaching the $3200 range. Single‑family houses present a broad spectrum as well, ranging from the high $2000s for modest two‑bedroom homes to the low $3300s for spacious four‑plus‑bedroom properties. This range accommodates a wide array of renters, from young professionals seeking a convenient commute to Sacramento, to growing families desiring ample living space and nearby schools.

Lincoln’s appeal is further enhanced by its strong schools, extensive park system, and convenient transportation links, including access to Highway 65 and the nearby BART extension plans. Whether you’re looking for a sleek downtown apartment, a quiet cul‑de‑sac house, or a pet‑friendly community near parks and trails, Lincoln’s rental options provide both affordability and quality of life, making it a compelling choice for renters across the region.

Partial Data Available: We have sufficient data for 4+ Bedroom, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom listings. Other bedroom types need more data for reliable statistics.

Lincoln Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count

Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings

Property Type	Bedrooms	Average	Median	Min – Max	25th – 75th
Apartment	1 Bedroom	$1,888	$2,050	$1,355 – $2,100	$2,000 – $2,100
Apartment	2 Bedroom	$2,357	$2,200	$1,610 – $3,995	$1,700 – $2,700
Apartment	3 Bedroom	$2,862	$2,925	$1,846 – $3,319	$2,695 – $3,249
Apartment	4+ Bedroom	$2,772	$3,000	$810 – $3,800	$2,895 – $3,359
House	2 Bedroom	$2,729	$2,734	$2,295 – $3,400	$2,650 – $2,799
House	3 Bedroom	$2,953	$2,900	$2,195 – $4,000	$2,695 – $3,279
House	4+ Bedroom	$3,300	$3,250	$950 – $5,475	$2,995 – $3,500

Current rent in Lincoln (all property types): 1 Bedroom $1,876, 2 Bedroom $2,685, 3 Bedroom $2,945, 4+ Bedroom $3,153.

Note: This analysis includes only bedroom types with sufficient data.

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