Average Rent in Whittier, CA

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Current Versus Historical Whittier, CA Rents

Whittier rentals average $1,595 for a studio rental to $5,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,100, or roughly $33 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $1,053 (-39.75%) year-over-year from $2,648 to $1,595. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $197 (-9.39%) year-over-year from $2,094 to $1,898. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $63 (-2.33%) year-over-year from $2,713 to $2,650. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $128 (-3.25%) year-over-year from $3,925 to $3,798. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $602 (13.68%) year-over-year from $4,398 to $5,000. 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 3.14% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.55% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.31% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.77% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.74% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	N/A	$1,595	$2,648 (-39.75%)	$2,292 (-30.40%)
1 BR	$35.50	$1,898	$2,094 (-9.39%)	$1,802 (5.32%)
2 BR	$35.18	$2,650	$2,713 (-2.33%)	$2,249 (17.82%)
3 BR	$29.24	$3,798	$3,925 (-3.25%)	$3,683 (3.10%)
4+ BR	$22.74	$5,000	$4,398 (13.68%)	$3,908 (27.93%)

Historical Rents in Whittier, CA

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Top Cities Near Whittier

There are a total of 8 cities nearby Whittier. The average rent in Whittier is currently $3,300 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Long Beach, CA, with an average rent of $2,400, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Whittier, CA is Arcadia, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $4,125 per month.

Let's compare Whittier, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Whittier, CA is 3.13% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 3.32% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Whittier, CA are about 5.55% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 5.99% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 8 cities near Whittier, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Long Beach, CA	$1,495	$1,998	$2,695	$2,400
Alhambra, CA	$1,600	$1,895	$2,650	$2,950
Whittier, CA	$1,595	$1,935	$2,748	$3,100
Monterey Park, CA	N/A	$2,000	$3,250	$3,300
Pasadena, CA	$1,750	$2,200	$3,300	$3,300
Fullerton, CA	N/A	$2,195	$2,900	$3,500
Anaheim, CA	$1,850	$2,100	$2,978	$3,600
Arcadia, CA	N/A	$1,950	$2,900	$4,125

Top Neighborhoods Near Whittier

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near Whittier. Some of these neighborhoods include Boyle Heights and Highland Park. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near Whittier, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near Whittier, CA is currently around $2,888 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 less than Whittier's average rent, which is actually $3,100. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Whittier, Boyle Heights has the most affordable average rent at $2,425 per month. Whereas, at $3,350 average rent per month, Highland Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Whittier. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, CA	$1,585	$1,950	$2,500	$2,425
Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA	$1,600	$2,097	$2,995	$3,350

Top Counties Near Whittier

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Top Zipcodes Near Whittier

There are a total of 4 zipcodes in or near Whittier, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,275. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 91016, Monrovia, CA at $2,750 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,500 per month is 92805, Anaheim, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $800. That's at least $25 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Whittier, CA is $2,061 per month. Or in other words, $41 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,898 per month. Which comes out to $38 per sqft. The following table includes the top 4 zipcodes in Whittier, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
91801, Alhambra, CA	N/A	$1,895	$2,800	$3,200
91016, Monrovia, CA	N/A	$2,023	$2,665	$2,750
92805, Anaheim, CA	$1,999	$2,100	$3,150	$3,500
90042, Los Angeles, CA	$1,600	$2,195	$2,995	$3,350

Frequently Asked Questions - Whittier Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Whittier, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Whittier, CA apartments for rent is approximately $3,100. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Whittier, 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 Whittier, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in Whittier, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,595. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Whittier.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Whittier, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,935 and an average price per square feet of $35.50. There are a total of 8 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Whittier.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Whittier, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,748 and an average price per square feet of $35.18. There are a total of 24 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Whittier.

How have rent prices in Whittier, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Whittier, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.40%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Whittier, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Whittier, CA is around $2,480/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.