Prado West
34137 Pacific Coast Hwy,
Dana Point, CA 92629
1-2 Beds | $5,031 - $7,806
Rental Market Trends in Dana Point, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Dana Point, CA is $3,176/month.
Rent in Dana Point is 91% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,176/month
Average Rent
722 Sq Ft
Average Size
+4.5%
Change / Year
227
Available Apartments
Dana Point rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Dana Point average $2,086 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Dana Point average $3,176 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Dana Point average $3,925 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Dana Point average $5,195 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Dana Point, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 4.5%, which averages out to $144 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Dana Point, 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
5%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
11%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
84%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dana Point, CA?
Because the average rent in Dana Point is $3,176, you’ll want to make about $10,586 per month or $127,032 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 Dana Point, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Dana Point, 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 Dana Point Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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San Juan Capistrano
Avg Rent: $3,075/month
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Laguna Niguel
Avg Rent: $2,825/month
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San Clemente
Avg Rent: $2,482/month
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Ladera Ranch
Avg Rent: $2,653/month
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Laguna Beach
Avg Rent: $3,035/month
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Aliso Viejo
Avg Rent: $2,815/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Dana Point?
The average rent in Dana Point is $3,176 per month, which is 90.9% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Dana Point?
The average rent for a house in Dana Point, CA is $9,928 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Dana Point?
The average rent for a townhome in Dana Point, CA is $4,371 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Dana Point?
The average rent for a condo in Dana Point, CA is $3,564 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Dana Point?
Rents in Dana Point, CA are increasing, with prices up 4.5% year-over-year and $144 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Dana Point?
In Dana Point, CA, 84% 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.