Average Rent in Whittier, CA

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Current Versus Historical Whittier, CA Rents

Whittier rentals average $2,025 for a 1-bedroom rental to $5,300 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,225, or roughly $33 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 decreased by $515 (-22.74%) year-over-year from $2,265 to $1,750. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $196 (10.15%) year-over-year from $1,929 to $2,125. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $352 (12.80%) year-over-year from $2,748 to $3,100. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $8 (-0.21%) year-over-year from $3,908 to $3,900. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $752 (16.53%) year-over-year from $4,548 to $5,300. 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 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.69% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.10% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.70% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.07% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$34.50	$2,125	$1,929 (10.15%)	$1,820 (16.76%)
2 BR	$36.17	$3,100	$2,748 (12.80%)	$2,312 (34.10%)
3 BR	$32.33	$3,900	$3,908 (-0.21%)	$3,799 (2.65%)
4+ BR	$23.20	$5,300	$4,548 (16.53%)	$4,053 (30.77%)

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 $3,350 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 $2,550, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Whittier, CA is Arcadia, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $4,000 per month.

Let's compare Whittier, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 0.74% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Whittier, CA are about 9.68% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 1.01% 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	$1,595	$1,900	$2,680	$2,550
Alhambra, CA	$1,650	$1,850	$2,600	$2,780
Whittier, CA	N/A	$2,025	$3,100	$3,225
Pasadena, CA	$1,700	$2,509	$3,300	$3,300
Anaheim, CA	$2,250	$1,995	$2,798	$3,400
Temple City, CA	$1,600	$1,800	$2,800	$3,450
Fullerton, CA	$1,675	$2,200	$3,190	$3,900
Arcadia, CA	$2,750	$2,025	$2,800	$4,000

Top Neighborhoods Near Whittier

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Whittier. One neighborhood in the area is Highland Park. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Whittier, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Whittier, CA is currently around $3,908 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Whittier's average rent, which is only $3,225. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Whittier, Highland Park has the most affordable average rent at $3,908 per month. Whereas, at $3,908 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
Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,050	$3,225	$3,908

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 $3,150. A total of 2 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 91016, Monrovia, CA at $2,825 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,800 per month is 90042, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,723. That's at least $59 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Whittier, CA is $2,050 per month. Or in other words, $39 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,988 per month. Which comes out to $37 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	$1,595	$1,875	$2,690	$3,000
91016, Monrovia, CA	$1,795	$2,075	$2,775	$2,825
91101, Pasadena, CA	$1,923	$2,505	$3,500	$3,300
90042, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,025	$3,200	$3,800

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 $3,225. 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 one bedroom apartment in Whittier, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,025 and an average price per square feet of $34.50. There are a total of 10 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 $3,100 and an average price per square feet of $36.17. 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 -0.23%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Whittier, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Whittier, CA is around $2,580/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.