Average Rent in Gustine, CA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Gustine, CA is $1,170/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed 0.0% year over year. Rents range from $1,170 to $1,170.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,170/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
→ 0.0%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
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The average 1-bedroom rent in Gustine, CA is $1,170/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 0.0% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Gustine is 2% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Gustine, CA ranges from $1,170 to $1,170 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Gustine, CA is approximately 0.0% for 2026. An increase above 0.0% 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 Gustine, CA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Gustine, CA is $1,170/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Gustine are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,170/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $46,800/year.
Is rent going up in Gustine?
Rents in Gustine have increased 0.0% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Gustine?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 0.0% is in line with the Gustine 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 Gustine?
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 Gustine typically rents for $1,080 – $1,196.
Rents above $1,375 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Gustine typically rents for $1,170 – $1,299.
Rents above $1,494 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Gustine typically rents for $1,450 – $1,610.
Rents above $1,851 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Gustine typically rents for $1,990 – $2,214.
Rents above $2,546 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Gustine typically rents for $2,410 – $2,681.
Rents above $3,083 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Gustine
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
$1,170
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,450
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,990
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,410
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Gustine
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 Modesto, CA MSA 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 Gustine share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,170 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
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Questions about rent in Gustine
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Gustine, CA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Gustine, CA is $1,170/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 2% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,170 to $1,170 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Gustine?
A rent increase up to about 0.0% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Gustine. 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 $1,170/month.
Are rents going up or down in Gustine?
Rents in Gustine have decreased 0.0% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Modesto, CA MSA area.
How much do rents vary across Gustine?
1-bedroom rents across Gustine range from $1,170 to $1,170 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 Gustine?
In Gustine, 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 Gustine?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Gustine at $1,170/month, a household would need approximately $46,800/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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