AI-Scored Rankings • Updated 2026-04-03

Best Apartments in Redding, CA — Scored by AI

ListWise scores every Redding neighborhood on safety, walkability, schools, commute time, and rental value. See which areas actually match your lifestyle — not just what's cheapest.

$1,350/mo
Median Rent
93,006
Population
8
Neighborhoods Scored
Mercy Medical Center
Top Employer
Local Insights

Why Redding? What Renters Need to Know

Redding is affordable for California, about 5% above the national average. Median rent is around $1,350/month — far less than Bay Area or LA.

Quick Facts

Population 93,006
Median Rent $1,350/mo
Top Employer Mercy Medical Center
Neighborhoods 8 scored by AI
Rent vs. National$1,350 vs $1,500 national median

Rent Comparison

Redding median rent is $150 below the national median of $1,500/mo — an affordable market.

Largest Employer

The largest employer in Redding is Mercy Medical Center, making the Riverfront area and nearby neighborhoods popular for commuters looking to minimize travel time.

Top Neighborhoods

Top Neighborhoods in Redding

Ranked by ListWise's composite AI score. Top 3 shown free — unlock all 8 for the full picture.

#1

Riverfront

Score: 84/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 42
Avg Rent $1,450
Schools 7/10
#2

Enterprise

Score: 82/100
Safety A
Walk Score 28
Avg Rent $1,400
Schools 7/10
#3

Shasta Lake

Score: 80/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 25
Avg Rent $1,250
Schools 7/10

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#4

Palo Cedro

Score: 79/100
Safety A+
Walk Score 15
Avg Rent $1,400
Schools 8/10
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#5

Downtown Redding

Score: 77/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 62
Avg Rent $1,300
Schools 6/10
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#6

Anderson

Score: 75/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 30
Avg Rent $1,200
Schools 7/10
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#7

Cottonwood

Score: 73/100
Safety A
Walk Score 18
Avg Rent $1,150
Schools 7/10
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#8

Bella Vista

Score: 71/100
Safety A+
Walk Score 10
Avg Rent $1,350
Schools 7/10
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How ListWise Scores Redding Apartments

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FAQ

Frequently Asked About Redding

What is the cost of living in Redding?

Redding is affordable for California, about 5% above the national average. Median rent is around $1,350/month — far less than Bay Area or LA.

What makes Redding special?

Redding sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley with Shasta Lake, Mt. Shasta views, and the iconic Sundial Bridge. An outdoor recreation paradise.

What are the best neighborhoods?

Palo Cedro is the safest with good schools. Enterprise is family-friendly. Shasta Lake offers lakeside living. Bella Vista is rural and upscale.

What is there to do?

Shasta Lake (houseboating), Sundial Bridge, Mt. Shasta skiing, Whiskeytown Lake, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and excellent fishing.

How is the job market?

Healthcare (Mercy, Shasta Regional), Bethel Church, timber industry, retail, and growing remote work population.

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