100 Best Apartments in Ventura, CA (with reviews)

Q: What are the best apartments in Ventura, CA?

The best apartments in Ventura, CA are: 6277 Merlin Street , 8830 Ogden Street , 6320 Bristol Road , 100 Day Road and Scranton Apartments .

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$2,784/mo Ventura, CA average rental price, November 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Ventura, CA is $2,784.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,718, the average rent in Ventura, CA is $2,784.

Getting around in Ventura, CA

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When were prices and availability in Ventura, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Ventura, CA were last updated on 30 Aug 2022.

What are the best apartments in Ventura, CA?

The best apartments in Ventura, CA are: 6277 Merlin Street, 8830 Ogden Street, 6320 Bristol Road, 100 Day Road and Scranton Apartments.

What is the average rent in Ventura, CA?

The average rent in Ventura, CA is $2,065. Start your search for apartments in Ventura, CA now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Ventura, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Ventura, CA is between $100 and $2,700. View all studio apartments in Ventura, CA.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Ventura, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Ventura, CA is between $111 and $5,500. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Ventura, CA now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Ventura, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Ventura, CA is between $100 and $3,000. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Ventura, CA.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Ventura, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Ventura, CA is between $1,000 and $5,500. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Ventura, CA.

What type of rental buildings are in Ventura, CA?

In Ventura, 41% of the residents are renting compared to 59% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 13% of Ventura’s rentals, 56% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 30% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Ventura, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in Ventura is 30 years old, with 38% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 2 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, 3% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Ventura, CA?

Studio apartments in Ventura are around 4% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 42% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 47% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Ventura, CA

Located northwest of Los Angeles, Ventura is a small coastal city in California, attracting both renters and tourists with the famous San Buenaventura State Beach, Surfer's Point and dynamic cultural scene. Ventura boasts scenic views, highly rated schools, near-perfect weather and exhaustive opportunities for entertainment. The Mediterranean climate in Ventura offers dry and warm summers and cool and wet winters, but renters should be watchful of severe storms such as El Niňo. Ventura gets an average of 272 sunny days and 16 inches of rain per year, with the summer and winter highs being 76°F and 44°F. In addition, Ventura is a safe city, making it the perfect renting spot for young professionals, families and retired adults who want to be closer to the ocean and enjoy its amazing art community and recreation options.

Renting in Ventura, CA

Ventura’s 27 constituent neighborhoods provide a dense-suburban setting, with more renters than homeowners. The city’s residential areas match all ages, lifestyles and personalities. The best neighborhoods to rent in Ventura are Downtown Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, East Ventura, Oakpark and Ojai. Most neighborhoods comprise gated, family-friendly communities and walkable areas. Ventura also offers plenty of affordable apartments for renters who are on a budget. In order to secure a rental apartment or home in Ventura, renters will need to sign a lease agreement and put forward a deposit. Landlords cannot raise rent without 60-day advance notice, while evictions require a 90-day notice.

Shopping in Ventura, CA

Ventura has a wide range of grocery stores, restaurants, breweries, museums, surf shops and antique stores, with most locally owned shops being in the downtown area. Popular shopping malls in Ventura include Central Shopping Center, Marina Village Shopping Center, Montalvo Square Shopping Center, The Plaza and Pacific View. Renters have access to major department stores including Kohl’s, Macy’s, JCPenney, Target, Walmart, Ross Dress for Less, Bed, Bath & Beyond, The Wharf and, Burlington. For grocery shopping, renters head to Vons, Ralphs, Trader Joe's, WinCo Foods and Sprouts Farmers Market. In addition, renters and visitors have access to a variety of gift shops and convenience stores along Ventura’s beaches.

Transportation in Ventura, CA

Except for some centrally located neighborhoods that are very walkable and bikeable, Ventura renters often use their cars to get around. Still, renters who commute to work have several public transportation options provided by Gold Coast Transit District, a bus operator serving Ventura, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Ojai and other nearby locations. In addition, VCTC Intercity offers bus service between several cities in Ventura County, while Metrolink provides rail service serving Ventura County and the San Fernando Valley all the way through Los Angeles. Travelers use car rental services to get around the city, while ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are available for convenience. The closest airport to Ventura is the Santa Barbara Airport, located 30 miles north. For more international routes, travelers have access to the Los Angeles International Airport, which is 70 miles from Ventura. Airport shuttle services are available for travelers to get from the city.

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