Average Rent in 92618, Irvine, CA

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Current Versus Historical 92618, Irvine, CA Rents

92618 rentals average $2,750 for a 1-bedroom rental to $6,825 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 October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $760 (-21.65%) year-over-year from $3,510 to $2,750. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $575 (22.77%) year-over-year from $2,525 to $3,100. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $117 (3.21%) year-over-year from $3,633 to $3,750. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $425 (8.90%) year-over-year from $4,775 to $5,200. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,142 (19.74%) year-over-year from $5,783 to $6,925. 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 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 22.57% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.22% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.76% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.49% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $41.54 $3,100 $2,525 (22.77%) $2,633 (17.72%)
2 BR $37.07 $3,750 $3,633 (3.21%) $3,650 (2.74%)
3 BR $34.35 $5,200 $4,775 (8.90%) $4,817 (7.96%)
4+ BR $31.32 $6,925 $5,783 (19.74%) $6,067 (14.15%)

Historical Rents in 92618, Irvine, CA

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Top Cities Near 92618

There are a total of 23 cities nearby 92618. The average rent in 92618 is currently $4,200 per month. A total of 20 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Santa Ana, CA, with an average rent of $2,980, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 92618, Irvine, CA is Newport Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $11,570 per month.

Let's compare 92618, Irvine, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 9.09% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 92618, Irvine, CA are about 13.88% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 14.42% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 23 total cities near 92618, Irvine, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Santa Ana, CA $1,995 $2,198 $2,800 $2,980
Laguna Woods, CA $3,025 $2,750 $3,100 $3,000
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA N/A $2,609 $3,200 $3,723
Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,600 $3,500 $4,200
Tustin, CA $2,400 $2,500 $3,450 $4,200
Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,537 $3,800 $4,400
Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,600 $3,850 $4,875
Lake Forest, CA N/A $2,432 $3,200 $4,893
Irvine, CA $2,650 $2,797 $3,850 $5,000
Laguna Beach, CA $3,300 $3,995 $7,000 $8,995

Top Neighborhoods Near 92618

There are a total of 5 neighborhoods in or near 92618. Some of these neighborhoods include SAMLARC, Irvine Business Complex, and Woodbridge. We've included all of these top 5 neighborhoods in or near 92618, Irvine, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 5 neighborhoods in or near 92618, Irvine, CA is currently around $4,250 per month. A total of 4 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 92618's average rent, which is actually $5,600. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 92618, SAMLARC has the most affordable average rent at $3,500 per month. Whereas, at $6,000 average rent per month, Orange County Great Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 92618. 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 $3,500
Irvine Business Complex, Irvine, CA $2,650 $2,974 $3,951 $3,693
Woodbridge, Irvine, CA N/A $1,925 $3,980 $4,250
Portola Springs, Orange County, CA N/A $1,790 $3,875 $5,500
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA N/A $1,725 $4,000 $6,000

Top Counties Near 92618

There are a total of 1 counties located by 92618, Irvine, CA. One county in the area is Orange, CA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $4,900. That's roughly around $39 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 $4,900. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,900, Orange, CA is the most expensive county by 92618, Irvine, CA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 92618, Irvine, CA is 5.11% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 92618, Irvine, CA is 5.26% 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 $2,610 $3,600 $4,900

Top Zipcodes Near 92618

There are a total of 17 zipcodes in or near 92618, Irvine, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,875. A total of 15 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 91709, Chino Hills, CA at $3,625 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $8,900 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 92618, Irvine, CA is $2,575 per month. Or in other words, $44 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,750 per month. Which comes out to $38 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 92618, 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 $2,575 $3,900 $5,448
92612, Irvine, CA $2,536 $2,772 $4,150 $4,500
92677, Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,600 $3,850 $4,875
92614, Irvine, CA $2,920 $2,839 $3,730 $4,000
92630, Lake Forest, CA N/A $2,432 $3,275 $5,000
92656, Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,700 $3,500 $4,200
92692, Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,563 $3,800 $4,400
92602, Irvine, CA N/A $1,800 $3,750 $6,000
92660, Newport Beach, CA N/A $5,400 $5,975 $8,900
92606, Tustin, CA $2,747 $2,969 $3,578 $4,300

Frequently Asked Questions - 92618 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 92618, Irvine, CA?
The average monthly rental price for 92618, 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 92618, 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 92618, Irvine, CA.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 92618, Irvine, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,750 and an average price per square feet of $41.54. There are a total of 12 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92618.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 92618, Irvine, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,800 and an average price per square feet of $37.07. There are a total of 28 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92618.
How have rent prices in 92618, Irvine, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 92618, Irvine, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.22%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.23%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 92618, Irvine, CA?
A reasonable rent price in 92618, Irvine, CA is around $4,480/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.