Average Rent in Laguna Beach, CA

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Current Versus Historical Laguna Beach, CA Rents

Laguna Beach rentals average $2,850 for a studio rental to $19,995 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $9,500, or roughly $77 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $367 (14.47%) year-over-year from $2,533 to $2,900. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $434 (13.29%) year-over-year from $3,266 to $3,700. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,259 (21.93%) year-over-year from $5,741 to $7,000. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $4,650 (55.69%) year-over-year from $8,350 to $13,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,082 (11.62%) year-over-year from $17,916 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 9.50% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.82% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 24.08% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 21.41% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 31.86% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Aug 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $89.14 $2,900 $2,533 (14.47%) $2,856 (1.55%)
1 BR $79.83 $3,700 $3,266 (13.29%) $3,314 (11.64%)
2 BR $73.17 $7,000 $5,741 (21.93%) $5,083 (37.73%)
3 BR $77.14 $13,000 $8,350 (55.69%) $8,290 (56.82%)
4+ BR $77.74 $19,998 $17,916 (11.62%) $17,083 (17.06%)

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 $4,450 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 $2,945, 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 $12,500 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 34.21% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 34.99% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Laguna Beach, CA are about 48.80% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 62.61% 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 $2,900 $2,500 $3,000 $2,945
Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,600 $3,375 $4,000
Costa Mesa, CA $2,150 $2,445 $3,500 $4,000
Lake Forest, CA $2,175 $2,345 $3,110 $4,350
Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,351 $3,668 $4,500
San Clemente, CA $2,900 $2,650 $3,750 $4,850
Irvine, CA $2,602 $2,700 $3,790 $4,900
Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,600 $3,975 $5,000
Dana Point, CA N/A $2,998 $5,218 $6,500
Newport Beach, CA $2,675 $4,195 $6,500 $12,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Laguna Beach

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near Laguna Beach. Some of these neighborhoods include Irvine Business Complex, Woodbridge, and Westpark. 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 $4,698 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 $9,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Laguna Beach, Irvine Business Complex has the most affordable average rent at $3,600 per month. Whereas, at $9,000 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
Irvine Business Complex, Irvine, CA $2,602 $2,750 $3,680 $3,600
Woodbridge, Irvine, CA N/A $2,350 $3,750 $4,250
Westpark, Irvine, CA N/A $2,945 $3,438 $4,400
Northwood, Irvine, CA N/A $2,150 $3,500 $4,995
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA N/A $1,850 $4,500 $5,900
The Village, Laguna Beach, CA $2,950 $3,998 $6,800 $9,000

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 $4,800. 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 Laguna Beach, CA.

Typically, rent for studios in Laguna Beach, CA is 8.77% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Laguna Beach, CA is 34.99% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Laguna Beach, CA is 50.00% 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 Laguna Beach

There are a total of 14 zipcodes in or near Laguna Beach, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,500. A total of 14 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92606, Tustin, CA at $3,875 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 Laguna Beach, CA is $2,550 per month. Or in other words, $45 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,738 per month. Which comes out to $38 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 $3,975 $5,000
92618, Irvine, CA N/A $2,500 $3,700 $5,600
92656, Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,600 $3,375 $3,950
92620, Irvine, CA N/A $1,900 $3,800 $5,200
92612, Irvine, CA $2,498 $2,700 $3,680 $4,200
92672, San Clemente, CA $2,900 $2,650 $3,900 $4,500
92692, Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,402 $3,775 $4,500
92660, Newport Beach, CA $2,675 $4,613 $5,988 $8,995
92614, Irvine, CA $2,920 $2,833 $3,350 $4,275
92630, Lake Forest, CA $2,175 $2,200 $2,950 $4,500

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 $9,500. 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 $2,850 and an average price per square feet of $89.14. There are a total of 11 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 $3,923 and an average price per square feet of $79.83. There are a total of 50 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 $7,000 and an average price per square feet of $73.17. 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 0.14%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.56% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Laguna Beach, CA?
A reasonable rent price in Laguna Beach, CA is around $7,600/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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