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Rental Market Trends in La Jolla, CA

What is the average rent in La Jolla, CA?

$2,888/month

Average Rent

627 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+3%

Increase in the Last Year

La Jolla, CA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in La Jolla, CA is $2,888 per month. This is 76% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/month, making La Jolla one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in La Jolla average $2,222 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in La Jolla average $2,888 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in La Jolla average $3,814 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in La Jolla average $4,108 or more per month.

Data Updated: June, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,222/month
362 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,888/month
627 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,814/month
946 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,108/month
973 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,028/month
957 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$15,325/month
2,417 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$16,193/month
3,249 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,821/month
688 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,594/month
1,089 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,604/month
1,124 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,831/month
1,520 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in La Jolla, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3%, which averages out to $87 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in La Jolla, CA
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in La Jolla, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
7% $1,001 - $1,500/month
17% $1,501 - $2,000/month
76% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in La Jolla?

Based on current rent prices, La Jolla Village is the most affordable neighborhood in La Jolla.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
La Jolla Village
$2,795/month
607 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in La Jolla?

Based on current rent prices, La Jolla Village is the most expensive neighborhood in La Jolla.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
La Jolla Village
$2,795/month
607 Sq Ft

Which La Jolla neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in La Jolla with the most apartments available is La Jolla Village .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
La Jolla Village
$2,795/month
607 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in La Jolla, CA?

Because the average rent in La Jolla is $2,888, you’ll want to make about $9,626 per month or $115,512 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.

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Apartment Averages

La Jolla Village

La Jolla, CA

La Jolla Village

La Jolla, CA

Studio
$2,513/month
$2,513/month
One Bedroom
$2,799/month
$2,799/month
Two Bedroom
$3,609/month
$3,609/month
Three Bedroom
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Apartment communities in La Jolla we think you'll love

Regents La Jolla

Regents La Jolla

9253 Regents Rd,
La Jolla, CA 92037

$3,341 - $4,776 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds

Oceanhouse on Prospect

Oceanhouse on Prospect

400 Prospect St,
La Jolla, CA 92037

$5,299 - $15,001

1-2 Beds

Axiom La Jolla

Axiom La Jolla

3950 Mahaila Ave,
San Diego, CA 92122

$2,466 - $4,501 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds

Canyon Park

Canyon Park

9555 Genesee Ave,
San Diego, CA 92121

$2,220 - $3,955 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 3 Beds

Property Management Companies in La Jolla, CA

R.A. Snyder Properties, Inc.
R.A. Snyder Properties, Inc.
  • 52

    Communities

  • 4,317

    Units

  • 14

    Cities

7 Communities in La Jolla
Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,526

    Communities

  • 969,620

    Units

  • 899

    Cities

5 Communities in La Jolla
Irvine Company
Irvine Company
  • 113

    Communities

  • 61,057

    Units

  • 17

    Cities

5 Communities in La Jolla
Sunrise Management
Sunrise Management
  • 86

    Communities

  • 10,071

    Units

  • 37

    Cities

3 Communities in La Jolla
Garden Communities California
Garden Communities California
  • 17

    Communities

  • 8,413

    Units

  • 8

    Cities

3 Communities in La Jolla
Willow Bridge
Willow Bridge
  • 712

    Communities

  • 196,009

    Units

  • 336

    Cities

2 Communities in La Jolla
Garden Homes
Garden Homes
  • 17

    Communities

  • 5,962

    Units

  • 15

    Cities

2 Communities in La Jolla
Torrey Pines Property Management
Torrey Pines Property Management
  • 23

    Communities

  • 1,414

    Units

  • 9

    Cities

2 Communities in La Jolla

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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.

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