Average Rent in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

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Current Versus Historical Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA Rents

Pacific Beach rentals average $1,795 for a studio rental to $14,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,990, or roughly $52 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $396 (28.29%) year-over-year from $1,399 to $1,795. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $983 (39.95%) year-over-year from $2,462 to $3,445. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $689 (18.98%) year-over-year from $3,631 to $4,320. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,337 (21.70%) year-over-year from $6,163 to $7,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,025 (25.80%) year-over-year from $11,725 to $14,750. 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 13.84% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.96% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.78% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 18.14% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 47.25% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $86.16 $1,795 $1,399 (28.29%) $1,783 (0.65%)
1 BR $54.97 $3,445 $2,462 (39.95%) $2,438 (41.29%)
2 BR $49.09 $4,320 $3,631 (18.98%) $3,196 (35.18%)
3 BR $51.39 $7,500 $6,163 (21.70%) $5,421 (38.36%)
4+ BR $55.74 $14,750 $11,725 (25.80%) $8,381 (76.00%)

Historical Rents in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

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Top Cities Near Pacific Beach

There are a total of 26 cities nearby Pacific Beach. The average rent in Pacific Beach is currently $4,198 per month. A total of 11 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Hemet, CA, with an average rent of $1,638, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is Newport Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $12,000 per month.

Let's compare Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is 4.60% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 19.35% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA are about 17.70% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 26.67% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 26 total cities near Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Murrieta, CA N/A $1,975 $2,750 $3,100
Temecula, CA N/A $1,008 $2,595 $3,395
Chula Vista, CA $1,700 $2,294 $3,395 $3,595
San Diego, CA $2,000 $2,582 $3,500 $3,950
Oceanside, CA N/A $3,050 $3,700 $4,195
Carlsbad, CA N/A $2,650 $4,000 $5,000
Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,825 $3,650 $5,000
San Clemente, CA $2,900 $2,900 $3,800 $6,000
Dana Point, CA $2,075 $3,195 $4,800 $6,500
Coronado, CA $7,500 $6,500 $6,500 $8,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Pacific Beach

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

The average rent for these 5 neighborhoods in or near Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is currently around $4,675 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,675. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Pacific Beach's average rent, which is only $3,990. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Pacific Beach, Irvine Business Complex has the most affordable average rent at $3,569 per month. Whereas, at $8,750 average rent per month, The Village is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Pacific Beach. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Irvine Business Complex, Irvine, CA $2,517 $2,761 $3,648 $3,569
Woodbridge, Irvine, CA $2,200 $2,500 $3,400 $4,550
Northwood, Irvine, CA N/A $2,400 $3,300 $4,675
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA N/A $2,300 $4,350 $5,650
The Village, Laguna Beach, CA $2,600 $3,848 $7,500 $8,750

Top Counties Near Pacific Beach

There are a total of 2 counties located by Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA. Some of these counties include San Diego, CA and Orange, CA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $4,575. That's roughly around $40 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is San Diego, CA. Its average rent per month is $4,200. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,950, Orange, CA is the most expensive county by Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA.

Typically, rent for studios in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is 25.35% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is 16.67% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is 13.84% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
San Diego, CA $1,950 $2,590 $3,580 $4,200
Orange, CA $2,550 $2,577 $3,528 $4,950

Top Zipcodes Near Pacific Beach

There are a total of 15 zipcodes in or near Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,500. A total of 4 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92115, San Diego, CA at $3,195 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $11,000 per month is 92660, Newport Beach, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,795. That's at least $53 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is $2,715 per month. Or in other words, $44 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,789 per month. Which comes out to $39 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
92109, San Diego, CA $1,795 $3,100 $4,185 $4,320
92037, San Diego, CA $4,300 $3,950 $7,000 $10,000
92101, San Diego, CA $2,695 $3,000 $4,600 $3,797
92115, San Diego, CA $2,150 $1,577 $2,650 $3,195
91913, Chula Vista, CA N/A $2,715 $3,565 $3,913
92672, San Clemente, CA $2,900 $2,900 $3,912 $4,950
92592, Riverside County, CA N/A N/A $2,500 $3,700
92677, Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,825 $3,650 $5,000
92692, Mission Viejo, CA N/A $2,509 $3,789 $4,925
92656, Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,650 $3,380 $4,200

Frequently Asked Questions - Pacific Beach Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA apartments for rent is approximately $3,990. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Pacific Beach, San Diego, 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 Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,795 and an average price per square feet of $86.16. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Pacific Beach.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,100 and an average price per square feet of $54.97. There are a total of 17 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Pacific Beach.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $4,125 and an average price per square feet of $49.09. There are a total of 23 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Pacific Beach.
How have rent prices in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.28%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.40%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.19%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA?
A reasonable rent price in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is around $3,192/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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