Housing in Independence, CA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$302,874
Independence vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Independence is highlighted.
Median Home Value
70th%ilemost expensive$268,400show rank
Median Rent
60th%ilemost expensive rent$1,059show rank
Rent Burden
59th%ilehighest rent burden19.8%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$268,400
Median Rent
$1,059
Total Housing Units
417
Vacancy Rate
17.8%
Owner Occupied
77.3%
Renter Occupied
22.7%
Median Property Tax
$2,125
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$613
Housing Types
Single Family85.4%
Multi-Family1.0%
Mobile Home13.7%
The median home value in Independence, CA is $268,400. According to Zillow, the home value index for Independence is $302,874. The median rent is $1,059 per month (Census ACS). About 77.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1957. There are 417 total housing units.