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363 Palm Ave,
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
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Rental Market Trends in Imperial Beach, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Imperial Beach, CA is $1,668/month.
Rent in Imperial Beach is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,668/month
Average Rent
527 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.5%
Change / Year
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Available Apartments
Imperial Beach rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Imperial Beach average $1,575 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Imperial Beach average $1,668 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Imperial Beach average $2,070 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Imperial Beach average $2,854 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Imperial Beach, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.5%, which averages out to $8 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Imperial Beach, CA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
6%
$700 - $1,000/month
28%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
35%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
29%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Imperial Beach, CA?
Because the average rent in Imperial Beach is $1,668, you’ll want to make about $5,560 per month or $66,720 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 Imperial Beach, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Imperial 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 Imperial Beach Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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San Ysidro
Avg Rent: $1,646/month
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Coronado
Avg Rent: $3,233/month
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Chula Vista
Avg Rent: $2,155/month
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National City
Avg Rent: $1,685/month
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Bonita
Avg Rent: $2,144/month
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Lemon Grove
Avg Rent: $1,856/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Imperial Beach?
The average rent in Imperial Beach is $1,668 per month, which is 0.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Imperial Beach?
The average rent for a house in Imperial Beach, CA is $4,003 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Imperial Beach?
The average rent for a condo in Imperial Beach, CA is $2,598 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Imperial Beach?
Rents in Imperial Beach, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.5% year-over-year and $8 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Imperial Beach?
In Imperial Beach, CA, 35% 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 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.