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Rental Market Trends in El Segundo, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in El Segundo, CA is $2,234/month.

Rent in El Segundo is 34% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,234/month

Average Rent

347 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.2%

Change / Year

76

Available Apartments

El Segundo rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in El Segundo average $1,476 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in El Segundo average $2,234 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in El Segundo average $2,510 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in El Segundo average $3,063 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,476/month
267 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,234/month
347 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,510/month
602 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,063/month
631 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,570/month
814 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$10,744/month
1,447 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$17,681/month
3,151 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$7,148/month
1,158 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$10,517/month
1,599 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in El Segundo, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.2%, which averages out to $27 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in El Segundo, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in El Segundo, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
12% $1,001 - $1,500/month
10% $1,501 - $2,000/month
78% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in El Segundo is $2,234, you’ll want to make about $7,446 per month or $89,352 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.

City

El Segundo, CA

76 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare El Segundo, 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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    Avg Rent: $2,277/month

  • Westchester

    Westchester

    Avg Rent: $2,376/month

  • Lennox

    Lennox

    Avg Rent: $1,297/month

  • Playa del Rey

    Playa del Rey

    Avg Rent: $2,475/month

  • Hawthorne

    Hawthorne

    Avg Rent: $1,621/month

  • Lawndale

    Lawndale

    Avg Rent: $1,761/month

  • Hermosa Beach

    Hermosa Beach

    Avg Rent: $3,008/month

Apartment Communities in El Segundo We Think You'll Love

Pacific Place

Pacific Place

5211 Pacific Concourse Dr,
Los Angeles, CA 90045

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,567 - $4,144

Furnished Studio-Los Angeles - LAX Airport - El Segundo

Furnished Studio-Los Angeles - LAX Airport - El Segundo

1910 E Mariposa Ave,
El Segundo, CA 90245

Studio | $2,609

Imperial Crest Apartments

Imperial Crest Apartments

324 W Imperial Ave,
El Segundo, CA 90245

1 Bed | $3,995

403 Indiana St

403 Indiana St

403 Indiana St,
El Segundo, CA 90245

2 Beds | $2,895

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in El Segundo?

The average rent in El Segundo is $2,234 per month, which is 34.3% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in El Segundo?

The average rent for a house in El Segundo, CA is $10,744 per month.

Are rents going up or down in El Segundo?

Rents in El Segundo, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.2% year-over-year and $27 more per month.

What rent range is most common in El Segundo?

In El Segundo, CA, 78% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California El Segundo Rental Trends

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.

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