Average Rent in San Clemente, CA

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Current Versus Historical San Clemente, CA Rents

San Clemente rentals average $2,900 for a studio rental to $9,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $6,000, or roughly $46 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 $783 (37.01%) year-over-year from $2,117 to $2,900. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $431 (17.45%) year-over-year from $2,469 to $2,900. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,033 (29.81%) year-over-year from $3,467 to $4,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,758 (33.55%) year-over-year from $5,242 to $7,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,543 (32.99%) year-over-year from $7,708 to $10,250. 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 10.83% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.52% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 20.29% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 18.01% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 23.00% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $69.60 $2,900 $2,117 (37.01%) $2,083 (39.20%)
1 BR $60.00 $2,900 $2,469 (17.45%) $2,358 (22.97%)
2 BR $44.50 $4,500 $3,467 (29.81%) $3,298 (36.44%)
3 BR $46.50 $7,000 $5,242 (33.55%) $4,883 (43.34%)
4+ BR $39.94 $10,250 $7,708 (32.99%) $6,792 (50.92%)

Historical Rents in San Clemente, CA

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2 Bed
3 Bed
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Top Cities Near San Clemente

There are a total of 7 cities nearby San Clemente. The average rent in San Clemente is currently $4,795 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Laguna Woods, CA, with an average rent of $2,999, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near San Clemente, CA is Laguna Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $10,000 per month.

Let's compare San Clemente, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in San Clemente, CA is 28.45% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 6.90% more expensive. Two bedrooms in San Clemente, CA are about 2.67% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 30.08% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near San Clemente, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Laguna Woods, CA $2,800 $2,700 $3,000 $2,999
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA N/A $2,604 $2,995 $4,200
Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,675 $3,365 $4,230
Mission Viejo, CA $2,200 $2,400 $3,700 $4,795
Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,750 $3,650 $4,990
Dana Point, CA $2,075 $3,198 $4,750 $6,200
Laguna Beach, CA $2,850 $3,700 $7,500 $10,000

Top Neighborhoods Near San Clemente

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near San Clemente. Some of these neighborhoods include SAMLARC and The Village. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near San Clemente, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near San Clemente, CA is currently around $6,336 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than San Clemente's average rent, which is only $6,000. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near San Clemente, SAMLARC has the most affordable average rent at $3,922 per month. Whereas, at $8,750 average rent per month, The Village is the most expensive neighborhood in or near San Clemente. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
SAMLARC, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA N/A $2,604 $2,995 $3,922
The Village, Laguna Beach, CA $2,700 $3,700 $7,250 $8,750

Top Counties Near San Clemente



County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All

Top Zipcodes Near San Clemente

There are a total of 5 zipcodes in or near San Clemente, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,925. A total of 5 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92630, Lake Forest, CA at $3,948 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,990 per month is 92677, Laguna Niguel, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,200. That's at least $54 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near San Clemente, CA is $2,650 per month. Or in other words, $43 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,650 per month. Which comes out to $39 per sqft. The following table includes the top 5 zipcodes in San Clemente, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
92672, San Clemente, CA $2,900 $2,900 $3,825 $4,950
92677, Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,750 $3,650 $4,990
92656, Aliso Viejo, CA N/A $2,650 $3,365 $4,200
92692, Mission Viejo, CA $2,200 $2,509 $3,795 $4,925
92630, Lake Forest, CA $2,375 $2,412 $2,990 $3,948

Frequently Asked Questions - San Clemente Average Rents

What is the average rent price in San Clemente, CA?
The average monthly rental price for San Clemente, CA apartments for rent is approximately $6,000. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in San Clemente, CA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,900 and an average price per square feet of $69.60. There are a total of 4 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in San Clemente.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in San Clemente, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,900 and an average price per square feet of $60.00. There are a total of 15 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in San Clemente.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in San Clemente, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,750 and an average price per square feet of $44.50. There are a total of 34 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in San Clemente.
How have rent prices in San Clemente, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in San Clemente, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.37%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.17%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.30%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.34% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in San Clemente, CA?
A reasonable rent price in San Clemente, CA is around $4,800/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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