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Rental Market Trends in Hawthorne, CA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Hawthorne, CA is $1,620/month.
Rent in Hawthorne is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,620/month
Average Rent
586 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.2%
Change / Year
503
Available Apartments
Hawthorne rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Hawthorne average $1,466 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Hawthorne average $1,620 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Hawthorne average $1,995 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Hawthorne average $2,464 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Hawthorne, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $4 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Hawthorne, CA
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
3%
$700 - $1,000/month
27%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
50%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
19%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hawthorne?
Based on current rent prices, Bodger Park-El Camino Village and Del Aire" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hawthorne.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hawthorne?
Based on current rent prices, Del Aire and Bodger Park-El Camino Village" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hawthorne.
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Which Hawthorne neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Hawthorne with the most apartments available are Del Aire and Bodger Park-El Camino Village" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Hawthorne, CA?
Because the average rent in Hawthorne is $1,620, you’ll want to make about $5,400 per month or $64,800 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 Hawthorne, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne Area GuideStudio
$1,480/month
$2,306/month
One Bedroom
$1,335/month
$2,765/month
Two Bedroom
$1,776/month
$3,501/month
Three Bedroom
$1,962/month
$4,020/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Hawthorne?
The average rent in Hawthorne is $1,620 per month, which is 2.6% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Hawthorne?
The average rent for a house in Hawthorne, CA is $4,441 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Hawthorne?
The average rent for a townhome in Hawthorne, CA is $3,229 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Hawthorne?
The average rent for a condo in Hawthorne, CA is $1,814 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Hawthorne?
Rents in Hawthorne, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $4 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Hawthorne?
In Hawthorne, CA, 50% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $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.