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Rental Market Trends in Brea, CA

What is the average rent in Brea, CA?

$2,557/month

Average Rent

727 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+3.8%

Increase in the Last Year

Brea, CA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Brea, CA is $2,557 per month. This is 56% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/month, making Brea one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Brea average $2,030 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Brea average $2,557 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Brea average $2,954 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Brea average $3,033 or more per month.

Data Updated: June, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,030/month
482 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,557/month
727 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,954/month
1,003 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,033/month
725 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,255/month
1,631 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,766/month
2,982 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Brea, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.8%, which averages out to $98 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Brea, CA
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Brea, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
10% $1,001 - $1,500/month
13% $1,501 - $2,000/month
77% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Brea?

Based on current rent prices, Brea-Olinda is the most affordable neighborhood in Brea.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Brea-Olinda
$2,857/month
731 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Brea?

Based on current rent prices, Brea-Olinda is the most expensive neighborhood in Brea.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Brea-Olinda
$2,857/month
731 Sq Ft

Which Brea neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Brea with the most apartments available is Brea-Olinda .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Brea-Olinda
$2,857/month
731 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Brea, CA?

Because the average rent in Brea is $2,557, you’ll want to make about $8,523 per month or $102,276 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Brea, CA

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How does Brea, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Brea, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Brea-Olinda

Brea, CA

Brea-Olinda

Brea, CA

Studio
$2,143/month
$2,143/month
One Bedroom
$2,455/month
$2,455/month
Two Bedroom
$2,898/month
$2,898/month
Three Bedroom
$2,925/month
$2,925/month
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Apartment communities in Brea we think you'll love

Tamarack Gardens Apartments

Tamarack Gardens Apartments

250 W Central Ave,
Brea, CA 92821

$2,190 - $3,130

1-2 Beds

Avalon Brea Place

Avalon Brea Place

185 S State College Blvd,
Brea, CA 92821

$2,790 - $4,105

Studio - 2 Beds

Birchwood Village Apartment Homes

Birchwood Village Apartment Homes

1919 E Birch St,
Brea, CA 92821

$2,040 - $2,840

Studio - 2 Beds

Raintree Apartment Homes

Raintree Apartment Homes

650 Tamarack Ave,
Brea, CA 92821

$2,030 - $2,850

Studio - 2 Beds

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Methodology

† 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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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