Beach Colony
2821 Camino Del Mar,
Del Mar, CA 92014
Studio - 2 Beds | $3,100 - $4,763
Rental Market Trends in Del Mar, CA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Del Mar, CA is $3,157/month.
Rent in Del Mar is 90% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,157/month
Average Rent
696 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.3%
Change / Year
66
Available Apartments
Del Mar rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Del Mar average $2,648 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Del Mar average $3,157 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Del Mar average $3,730 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Del Mar average $3,799 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Del Mar, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $72 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Del Mar, CA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
7%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
93%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Del Mar?
Based on current rent prices, Del Mar Heights is the most affordable neighborhood in Del Mar.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Del Mar?
Based on current rent prices, Del Mar Heights is the most expensive neighborhood in Del Mar.
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Which Del Mar neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Del Mar with the most apartments available is Del Mar Heights .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Del Mar, CA?
Because the average rent in Del Mar is $3,157, you’ll want to make about $10,523 per month or $126,276 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.
How does Del Mar, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Del Mar, 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 Del Mar Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$2,930/month
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Two Bedroom
$3,450/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Del Mar?
The average rent in Del Mar is $3,157 per month, which is 89.8% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Del Mar?
The average rent for a house in Del Mar, CA is $21,871 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Del Mar?
The average rent for a townhome in Del Mar, CA is $4,997 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Del Mar?
Rents in Del Mar, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $72 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Del Mar?
In Del Mar, CA, 93% 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 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.