Average Rent in 92101, San Diego, CA

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Current Versus Historical 92101, San Diego, CA Rents

92101 rentals average $2,200 for a studio rental to $28,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,548, or roughly $49 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $2,514 (-53.33%) year-over-year from $4,714 to $2,200. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $257 (-7.88%) year-over-year from $3,257 to $3,000. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $201 (4.18%) year-over-year from $4,799 to $5,000. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $2,168 (-30.89%) year-over-year from $7,018 to $4,850. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $12,333 (78.72%) year-over-year from $15,667 to $28,000. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 11.08% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.34% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 12.82% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 42.65% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 70.05% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $51.52 $2,200 $4,714 (-53.33%) $2,288 (-3.83%)
1 BR $49.59 $3,000 $3,257 (-7.88%) $2,828 (6.08%)
2 BR $47.67 $5,000 $4,799 (4.18%) $3,840 (30.21%)
3 BR $47.84 $4,850 $7,018 (-30.89%) $6,192 (-21.67%)
4+ BR $129.23 $28,000 $15,667 (78.72%) $7,882 (255.23%)

Historical Rents in 92101, San Diego, CA

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Top Cities Near 92101

There are a total of 23 cities nearby 92101. The average rent in 92101 is currently $4,400 per month. A total of 6 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Hemet, CA, with an average rent of $2,150, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 92101, San Diego, CA is Newport Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $11,500 per month.

Let's compare 92101, San Diego, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 92101, San Diego, CA is 27.11% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 13.19% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 92101, San Diego, CA are about 27.55% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 6.19% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 23 total cities near 92101, San Diego, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Murrieta, CA N/A $2,795 $2,899 $3,200
Temecula, CA N/A $2,200 $2,796 $3,350
Chula Vista, CA N/A $2,225 $3,375 $3,800
San Diego, CA $2,000 $2,500 $3,500 $3,893
Oceanside, CA N/A $3,800 $4,250 $4,400
San Clemente, CA $2,775 $2,575 $4,225 $5,050
Carlsbad, CA N/A $2,950 $4,050 $5,190
Dana Point, CA N/A $3,350 $5,200 $6,335
Encinitas, CA $3,500 $3,500 $5,500 $7,250
Coronado, CA $5,250 $5,800 $6,000 $7,500

Top Neighborhoods Near 92101

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 92101. Some of these neighborhoods include SAMLARC, Irvine Business Complex, and Woodbridge. We've included all of these top 6 neighborhoods in or near 92101, San Diego, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 92101, San Diego, CA is currently around $4,974 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 92101's average rent, which is only $3,548. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 92101, SAMLARC has the most affordable average rent at $3,600 per month. Whereas, at $6,999 average rent per month, The Village is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 92101. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
SAMLARC, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA N/A $2,609 $3,200 $3,600
Irvine Business Complex, Irvine, CA $2,732 $2,981 $3,951 $3,672
Woodbridge, Irvine, CA N/A $1,925 $3,800 $4,448
Portola Springs, Orange County, CA N/A $1,790 $3,800 $5,500
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA N/A $2,000 $4,050 $6,000
The Village, Laguna Beach, CA $4,000 $4,200 $6,500 $6,999

Top Counties Near 92101

There are a total of 2 counties located by 92101, San Diego, CA. Some of these counties include San Diego, CA and Orange, CA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $4,550. That's roughly around $40 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is San Diego, CA. Its average rent per month is $4,200. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,900, Orange, CA is the most expensive county by 92101, San Diego, CA.

Typically, rent for studios in 92101, San Diego, CA is 3.41% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 92101, San Diego, CA is 14.78% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 92101, San Diego, CA is 26.54% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
San Diego, CA $1,950 $2,500 $3,595 $4,200
Orange, CA $2,600 $2,605 $3,604 $4,900

Top Zipcodes Near 92101

There are a total of 17 zipcodes in or near 92101, San Diego, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,550. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92128, San Diego, CA at $3,500 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $9,925 per month is 92037, San Diego, CA.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 92101, San Diego, CA is $2,840 per month. Or in other words, $45 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,900 per month. Which comes out to $40 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 92101, San Diego, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
92037, San Diego, CA $4,300 $3,695 $7,250 $9,925
92115, San Diego, CA $1,650 $1,850 $2,598 $4,300
92109, San Diego, CA $3,200 $3,375 $5,995 $5,413
91913, Chula Vista, CA N/A $2,980 $3,395 $3,873
92130, San Diego, CA N/A $3,002 $3,850 $4,550
92618, Irvine, CA N/A $2,700 $3,800 $5,500
92620, Irvine, CA N/A $2,575 $3,900 $5,500
92672, San Clemente, CA $2,775 $2,575 $4,225 $4,973
92677, Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,600 $3,900 $4,925
92128, San Diego, CA N/A $2,414 $3,200 $3,500

Frequently Asked Questions - 92101 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for 92101, San Diego, CA apartments for rent is approximately $3,548. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 92101, San Diego, CA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 92101, San Diego, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,200 and an average price per square feet of $51.52. There are a total of 5 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 92101.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,995 and an average price per square feet of $49.59. There are a total of 46 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92101.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $4,900 and an average price per square feet of $47.67. There are a total of 69 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92101.
How have rent prices in 92101, San Diego, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 92101, San Diego, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.53%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.08%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.31% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 92101, San Diego, CA?
A reasonable rent price in 92101, San Diego, CA is around $2,838/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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