There are numerous nicknames for Los Angeles, just as there are various vibes within this sprawling city. Between rugged mountains and sandy shorelines, a laid-back surf culture and a high-powered commercial district, and food trucks and some of the world’s top-rated restaurants, Los Angeles features diversity in every aspect possible. Somehow, all the pieces of this city fit together seamlessly, making Los Angeles the unique destination we know and love. From Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills to Hollywood and Chinatown, there is the perfect neighborhood for everyone in Los Angeles. From celebrity sightings to unbeatable shopping destinations, Los Angeles is hard to beat. Enjoy a hike in the Santa Monica Mountains, Griffith Park, or Topanga State Park, enjoy the famous entertainment at Universal Studios Hollywood, see the stars along the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame, or stop into the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Your options are endless for entertainment, dining, and shopping in Los Angeles. And don’t forget about the easy access to international travel through the expansive Los Angeles International Airport.
Though Los Angeles is famous for its film industry, it’s also well-known for its amazing beaches like Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach, El Matador Beach, Manhattan Beach, and Hermosa Beach. After a day of surfing and swimming, catch a sporting event or a live show at LA Live, housing the Microsoft Theatre, the STAPLES Center, the Grammy Museum, and a variety of restaurants and nightclubs. Outside of entertainment, Los Angeles houses numerous prestigious colleges and universities, from the University of California, Los Angeles to the University of Southern California.
The bright lights of LA
The Walt Disney Concert Hall
The Griffith Observatory atop Mount Hollywood
A beautiful day at the beach
The LA skyline
Cruising in LA
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Los Angeles, CA is $1,692 for a studio, $2,164 for one bedroom, $2,984 for two bedrooms, and $4,276 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Los Angeles has decreased by -0.4% in the past year.
The cost of living in Los Angeles, CA is 49.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Los Angeles is 133.4% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,692 - $4,276. You can expect to pay 8.4% more for groceries, 8.0% more for utilities, and 34.6% more for transportation.
Movie stars, the Hollywood sign, famous beaches ... it sounds amazing, but what's it really like to rent in LA?
From stargazing from the hilltops to gazing at stars on movie sets, there's plenty to see and do in LA. But how much does it cost to live there? We're breaking down what you can expect to pay in Los Angeles and some of the city's favorite neighborhoods.
These neighborhoods are terrific for renters on a budget.
Renting in LA on a budget? Explore the most affordable neighborhoods in the city with this detailed guide.
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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Girls Academic Leadership Academy, Dr. Michelle King School For Sci, Tech, Eng And Math
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758 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.
