Paxton
18750 Delaware St,
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,873 - $11,537
Rental Market Trends in Huntington Beach, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Huntington Beach, CA is $2,536/month.
Rent in Huntington Beach is 52% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,536/month
Average Rent
700 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.3%
Change / Year
609
Available Apartments
Huntington Beach rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Huntington Beach average $2,286 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Huntington Beach average $2,536 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Huntington Beach average $2,968 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Huntington Beach average $4,173 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Huntington Beach, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $59 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Huntington Beach, 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
4%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
17%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
79%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Huntington Beach?
Based on current rent prices, Goldenwest, Garfield and Downtown Huntington Beach are the most affordable neighborhoods in Huntington Beach.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Huntington Beach?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Huntington Beach, Garfield and Goldenwest are the most expensive neighborhoods in Huntington Beach.
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Which Huntington Beach neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Huntington Beach with the most apartments available are Garfield, Goldenwest and Downtown Huntington Beach .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Huntington Beach, CA?
Because the average rent in Huntington Beach is $2,536, you’ll want to make about $8,453 per month or $101,436 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 Huntington Beach, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach Area GuideStudio
$2,199/month
$1,014/month
One Bedroom
$2,486/month
$2,062/month
Two Bedroom
$2,725/month
$2,456/month
Three Bedroom
$3,383/month
$3,272/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Midway City
Avg Rent: $2,019/month
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Fountain Valley
Avg Rent: $2,348/month
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Westminster
Avg Rent: $2,169/month
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Garden Grove
Avg Rent: $1,894/month
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Seal Beach
Avg Rent: $2,412/month
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Costa Mesa
Avg Rent: $2,565/month
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Stanton
Avg Rent: $2,113/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Huntington Beach?
The average rent in Huntington Beach is $2,536 per month, which is 52.3% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Huntington Beach?
The average rent for a house in Huntington Beach, CA is $6,444 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Huntington Beach?
The average rent for a townhome in Huntington Beach, CA is $4,573 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Huntington Beach?
The average rent for a condo in Huntington Beach, CA is $3,268 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Huntington Beach?
Rents in Huntington Beach, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $59 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Huntington Beach?
In Huntington Beach, CA, 79% 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.