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92 Esencia Dr,
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
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Rental Market Trends in Ladera Ranch, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Ladera Ranch, CA is $2,633/month.
Rent in Ladera Ranch is 58% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,633/month
Average Rent
695 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.5%
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Available Apartments
Ladera Ranch rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Ladera Ranch average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Ladera Ranch average $2,633 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Ladera Ranch average $3,419 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Ladera Ranch average $4,136 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Ladera Ranch, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.5%, which averages out to $12 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
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Rent Ranges in Ladera Ranch, CA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Ladera Ranch, CA?
Because the average rent in Ladera Ranch is $2,633, you’ll want to make about $8,776 per month or $105,312 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 Ladera Ranch, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Ladera Ranch, 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 Ladera Ranch Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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San Juan Capistrano
Avg Rent: $3,075/month
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Mission Viejo
Avg Rent: $2,559/month
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Laguna Niguel
Avg Rent: $2,825/month
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Laguna Hills
Avg Rent: $2,511/month
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Aliso Viejo
Avg Rent: $2,815/month
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Rancho Santa Margarita
Avg Rent: $2,539/month
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Dana Point
Avg Rent: $3,200/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Ladera Ranch?
The average rent in Ladera Ranch is $2,633 per month, which is 58.2% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Ladera Ranch?
The average rent for a house in Ladera Ranch, CA is $4,989 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Ladera Ranch?
Rents in Ladera Ranch, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.5% year-over-year and $12 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Ladera Ranch?
In Ladera Ranch, CA, 100% 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 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.