Average Rent in Laguna Beach, CA

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Current Versus Historical Laguna Beach, CA Rents

Laguna Beach rentals average $3,200 for a studio rental to $19,800 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $8,500, or roughly $76 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 increased by $808 (30.31%) year-over-year from $2,667 to $3,475. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $910 (29.47%) year-over-year from $3,088 to $3,998. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,950 (35.14%) year-over-year from $5,550 to $7,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $4,675 (63.82%) year-over-year from $7,325 to $12,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $5,666 (39.53%) year-over-year from $14,332 to $19,998. 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 up by 21.93% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.80% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 23.20% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 19.40% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 25.78% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $93.60 $3,475 $2,667 (30.31%) $2,190 (58.68%)
1 BR $80.73 $3,998 $3,088 (29.47%) $2,948 (35.62%)
2 BR $74.59 $7,500 $5,550 (35.14%) $5,332 (40.67%)
3 BR $65.09 $12,000 $7,325 (63.82%) $7,583 (58.26%)
4+ BR $76.80 $19,998 $14,332 (39.53%) $22,750 (-12.10%)

Historical Rents in Laguna Beach, CA

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Top Cities Near Laguna Beach

There are a total of 12 cities nearby Laguna Beach. The average rent in Laguna Beach is currently $4,961 per month. A total of 11 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Laguna Woods, CA, with an average rent of $3,000, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Laguna Beach, CA is Newport Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $11,500 per month.

Let's compare Laguna Beach, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Laguna Beach, CA is 68.83% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 35.23% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Laguna Beach, CA are about 46.74% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 59.76% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near Laguna Beach, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Laguna Woods, CA $2,963 $2,725 $3,100 $3,000
Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,600 $3,500 $4,225
Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,537 $3,800 $4,400
Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,600 $3,900 $4,925
Lake Forest, CA N/A $2,520 $3,200 $4,998
Costa Mesa, CA N/A $2,295 $3,550 $4,998
Irvine, CA $2,732 $2,839 $3,800 $5,000
San Clemente, CA $2,775 $2,575 $4,225 $5,050
Dana Point, CA N/A $3,350 $5,200 $6,335
Newport Beach, CA $2,713 $3,200 $6,500 $11,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Laguna Beach

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

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near Laguna Beach, CA is currently around $4,974 per month. A total of 6 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Laguna Beach's average rent, which is actually $8,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Laguna Beach, 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 Laguna Beach. 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 Laguna Beach

There are a total of 1 counties located by Laguna Beach, CA. One county in the area is Orange, CA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $4,900. 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 $4,900. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,900, Orange, CA is the most expensive county by Laguna Beach, CA.

Typically, rent for studios in Laguna Beach, CA is 18.75% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Laguna Beach, CA is 34.81% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Laguna Beach, CA is 47.76% 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 $2,605 $3,604 $4,900

Top Zipcodes Near Laguna Beach

There are a total of 13 zipcodes in or near Laguna Beach, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,973. A total of 12 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92614, Irvine, CA at $4,000 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $9,248 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 Laguna Beach, CA is $2,600 per month. Or in other words, $44 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,800 per month. Which comes out to $39 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Laguna Beach, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
92677, Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,600 $3,900 $4,925
92618, Irvine, CA N/A $2,700 $3,800 $5,500
92656, Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,700 $3,500 $4,200
92620, Irvine, CA N/A $2,575 $3,900 $5,500
92612, Irvine, CA $2,578 $2,938 $4,100 $4,500
92672, San Clemente, CA $2,775 $2,575 $4,225 $4,973
92692, Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,563 $3,800 $4,400
92660, Newport Beach, CA N/A $5,400 $5,975 $9,248
92614, Irvine, CA $2,920 $2,840 $3,643 $4,000
92630, Lake Forest, CA N/A $2,450 $3,200 $5,000

Frequently Asked Questions - Laguna Beach Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Laguna Beach, CA?
The average monthly rental price for Laguna Beach, CA apartments for rent is approximately $8,500. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Laguna Beach, 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 Laguna Beach, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in Laguna Beach, CA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $3,200 and an average price per square feet of $93.60. There are a total of 15 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Laguna Beach.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Laguna Beach, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,995 and an average price per square feet of $80.73. There are a total of 46 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Laguna Beach.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Laguna Beach, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $6,900 and an average price per square feet of $74.59. There are a total of 76 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Laguna Beach.
How have rent prices in Laguna Beach, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Laguna Beach, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.30%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.29%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.35%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.64% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Laguna Beach, CA?
A reasonable rent price in Laguna Beach, CA is around $6,800/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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