Average Rent in Del Mar, CA

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Current Versus Historical Del Mar, CA Rents

Del Mar rentals average $6,250 for a 1-bedroom rental to $37,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $10,000, or roughly $101 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $2,900 to $2,900. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,917 (41.82%) year-over-year from $4,583 to $6,500. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $6,812 (134.53%) year-over-year from $5,063 to $11,875. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,802 (15.34%) year-over-year from $11,748 to $13,550. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $21,000 (105.00%) year-over-year from $20,000 to $41,000. 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 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 23.42% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 15.85% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.63% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 22.39% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $85.62 $6,500 $4,583 (41.82%) $6,050 (7.44%)
2 BR $111.06 $11,875 $5,063 (134.53%) $5,400 (119.91%)
3 BR $90.44 $13,550 $11,748 (15.34%) $8,475 (59.88%)
4+ BR $135.74 $41,000 $20,000 (105.00%) $17,648 (132.32%)

Historical Rents in Del Mar, CA

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Top Cities Near Del Mar

There are a total of 1 cities nearby Del Mar. The average rent in Del Mar is currently $10,000 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Del Mar, CA, with an average rent of $10,000, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Del Mar, CA is Del Mar, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $10,000 per month.

Let's compare Del Mar, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are equivalent to other nearby cities' one bedroom rents. Two bedrooms in Del Mar, CA are on par with the other cities nearby. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are on par with the other cities nearby. Want more information? Check out the top 1 cities near Del Mar, CA in the following table.
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Del Mar, CA N/A $6,250 $11,875 $10,000

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Frequently Asked Questions - Del Mar Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Del Mar, CA?
The average monthly rental price for Del Mar, CA apartments for rent is approximately $10,000. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Del Mar, 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 Del Mar, CA.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Del Mar, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $6,250 and an average price per square feet of $85.62. There are a total of 16 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Del Mar.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Del Mar, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $11,875 and an average price per square feet of $111.06. There are a total of 8 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Del Mar.
How have rent prices in Del Mar, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Del Mar, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.42%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 1.35%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Del Mar, CA?
A reasonable rent price in Del Mar, CA is around $8,000/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.