Average Rent in 92602, Irvine, CA

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Current Versus Historical 92602, Irvine, CA Rents

92602 rentals average $2,340 for a 1-bedroom rental to $7,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $5,600, or roughly $33 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $407 (21.03%) year-over-year from $1,933 to $2,340. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $450 (12.68%) year-over-year from $3,550 to $4,000. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $250 (-5.32%) year-over-year from $4,700 to $4,450. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $650 (9.49%) year-over-year from $6,850 to $7,500. 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. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.03% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.27% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $36.50 $2,340 $1,933 (21.03%) $2,006 (16.67%)
2 BR $36.50 $4,000 $3,550 (12.68%) $3,433 (16.50%)
3 BR $35.27 $4,450 $4,700 (-5.32%) $4,317 (3.09%)
4+ BR $31.08 $7,500 $6,850 (9.49%) $6,610 (13.46%)

Historical Rents in 92602, Irvine, CA

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Top Cities Near 92602

There are a total of 27 cities nearby 92602. The average rent in 92602 is currently $4,000 per month. A total of 24 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Pomona, CA, with an average rent of $2,575, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 92602, Irvine, CA is Newport Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $12,000 per month.

Let's compare 92602, Irvine, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 2.03% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 92602, Irvine, CA are about 17.88% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 4.49% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 27 total cities near 92602, Irvine, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Laguna Woods, CA $2,900 $2,575 $3,000 $2,990
Santa Ana, CA $1,600 $2,148 $2,875 $3,013
Anaheim, CA $1,925 $2,048 $3,000 $3,500
Orange, CA N/A $2,348 $3,097 $3,900
Lake Forest, CA $2,175 $2,350 $3,107 $4,100
Tustin, CA N/A $2,490 $3,500 $4,300
Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,402 $3,600 $4,500
Costa Mesa, CA $2,175 $2,295 $3,500 $4,500
Yorba Linda, CA N/A $2,388 $3,100 $4,800
Irvine, CA $2,623 $2,700 $3,800 $4,900

Top Neighborhoods Near 92602

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 92602. Some of these neighborhoods include Irvine Business Complex, Woodbridge, and Westpark. We've included all of these top 6 neighborhoods in or near 92602, Irvine, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 92602, Irvine, CA is currently around $4,749 per month. A total of 5 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 92602's average rent, which is actually $5,600. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 92602, Irvine Business Complex has the most affordable average rent at $3,601 per month. Whereas, at $5,900 average rent per month, Orange County Great Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 92602. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Irvine Business Complex, Irvine, CA $2,623 $2,800 $3,800 $3,601
Woodbridge, Irvine, CA N/A $1,350 $3,800 $4,250
Westpark, Irvine, CA N/A $2,850 $3,650 $4,500
Northwood, Irvine, CA N/A $2,150 $3,400 $4,998
Portola Springs, Orange County, CA N/A $1,980 $4,000 $5,000
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA N/A $1,450 $4,475 $5,900

Top Counties Near 92602

There are a total of 1 counties located by 92602, Irvine, CA. One county in the area is Orange, CA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $4,800. That's roughly around $38 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Orange, CA. Its average rent per month is $4,800. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,800, Orange, CA is the most expensive county by 92602, Irvine, CA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 92602, Irvine, CA is 8.97% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 92602, Irvine, CA is 7.28% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Orange, CA $2,600 $2,550 $3,500 $4,800

Top Zipcodes Near 92602

There are a total of 19 zipcodes in or near 92602, Irvine, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,300. A total of 18 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92647, Huntington Beach, CA at $3,200 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $8,995 per month is 92660, Newport Beach, CA.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 92602, Irvine, CA is $2,500 per month. Or in other words, $44 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,700 per month. Which comes out to $38 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 92602, Irvine, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
92620, Irvine, CA N/A $2,150 $3,700 $5,288
92618, Irvine, CA N/A $2,500 $3,800 $5,500
92612, Irvine, CA $2,541 $2,700 $3,790 $4,300
92614, Irvine, CA $2,920 $2,842 $3,690 $4,208
92606, Tustin, CA $2,697 $2,822 $3,637 $4,150
92677, Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,575 $3,900 $4,995
92604, Irvine, CA N/A $2,500 $3,973 $4,499
92660, Newport Beach, CA N/A $4,975 $6,500 $8,995
92692, Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,402 $3,750 $4,450
92656, Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,598 $3,400 $4,000

Frequently Asked Questions - 92602 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 92602, Irvine, CA?
The average monthly rental price for 92602, Irvine, CA apartments for rent is approximately $5,600. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 92602, Irvine, 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 92602, Irvine, CA.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 92602, Irvine, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,340 and an average price per square feet of $36.50. There are a total of 2 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92602.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 92602, Irvine, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,775 and an average price per square feet of $36.50. There are a total of 14 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92602.
How have rent prices in 92602, Irvine, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 92602, Irvine, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.21%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 92602, Irvine, CA?
A reasonable rent price in 92602, Irvine, CA is around $4,480/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.