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Brea, CA 92821
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Rental Market Trends in Brea, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Brea, CA is $2,537/month.
Rent in Brea is 52% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,537/month
Average Rent
728 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.6%
Change / Year
223
Available Apartments
Brea rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Brea average $2,127 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Brea average $2,537 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Brea average $3,007 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Brea average $3,065 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
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Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in Brea, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $67 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Brea, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
9%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
16%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
75%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Brea?
Based on current rent prices, Brea-Olinda is the most affordable neighborhood in Brea.
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Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Brea?
Based on current rent prices, Brea-Olinda is the most expensive neighborhood in Brea.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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Which Brea neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Brea with the most apartments available is Brea-Olinda .
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Average Rent
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Brea, CA?
Because the average rent in Brea is $2,537, you’ll want to make about $8,456 per month or $101,472 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.
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.
View the Brea Area GuideStudio
$2,257/month
$2,257/month
One Bedroom
$2,442/month
$2,442/month
Two Bedroom
$2,965/month
$2,965/month
Three Bedroom
$2,976/month
$2,976/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Placentia
Avg Rent: $2,361/month
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Rowland Heights
Avg Rent: $2,054/month
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Fullerton
Avg Rent: $2,184/month
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La Habra
Avg Rent: $2,155/month
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Yorba Linda
Avg Rent: $2,611/month
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Diamond Bar
Avg Rent: $2,460/month
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Anaheim
Avg Rent: $2,114/month
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Chino Hills
Avg Rent: $2,604/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Brea?
The average rent in Brea is $2,537 per month, which is 52.5% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Brea?
The average rent for a house in Brea, CA is $4,350 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Brea?
Rents in Brea, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.6% year-over-year and $67 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Brea?
In Brea, CA, 75% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.