Average Rent in Bass Lake, CA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bass Lake, CA is $1,090/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +1.9% year over year. Rents range from $1,090 to $1,090.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,090/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +1.9%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bass Lake, CA is $1,090/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 1.9% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Bass Lake is 9% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Bass Lake, CA ranges from $1,090 to $1,090 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Bass Lake, CA is approximately 1.9% for 2026. An increase above 1.9% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
How much is rent in Bass Lake, CA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Bass Lake, CA is $1,090/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Bass Lake are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,090/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $43,600/year.
Is rent going up in Bass Lake?
Rents in Bass Lake have increased 1.9% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This suggests a relatively stable rental market.
What is a fair rent increase in Bass Lake?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 1.9% is in line with the Bass Lake market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Note: California has rent increase protections — the cap is generally 5% + local CPI (max 10%). Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
What Should Rent Cost in Bass Lake?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Bass Lake typically rents for $1,080 – $1,166.
Rents above $1,341 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Bass Lake typically rents for $1,090 – $1,177.
Rents above $1,354 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Bass Lake typically rents for $1,400 – $1,512.
Rents above $1,739 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Bass Lake typically rents for $1,950 – $2,106.
Rents above $2,422 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Bass Lake typically rents for $2,320 – $2,506.
Rents above $2,882 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Bass Lake
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,080
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,090
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,400
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,950
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,320
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Bass Lake
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Madera County, CA HUD Metro FMR Area metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Bass Lake share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,090 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Bass Lake Compare?
Questions about rent in Bass Lake
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Bass Lake, CA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Bass Lake, CA is $1,090/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 9% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,090 to $1,090 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Bass Lake?
A rent increase up to about 1.9% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Bass Lake. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,090/month.
Are rents going up or down in Bass Lake?
Rents in Bass Lake have increased 1.9% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Madera County, CA HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Bass Lake?
1-bedroom rents across Bass Lake range from $1,090 to $1,090 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Bass Lake?
In Bass Lake, rent increases are regulated under California protections. The maximum increase is generally 5% + local CPI (max 10%). Landlords must also follow applicable state notice requirements before issuing a rent increase.
How much should I spend on rent in Bass Lake?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Bass Lake at $1,090/month, a household would need approximately $43,600/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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