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Rental Market Trends in Manhattan Beach, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Manhattan Beach, CA is $2,280/month.

Rent in Manhattan Beach is 37% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,280/month

Average Rent

582 Sq Ft

Average Size

+5.5%

Change / Year

150

Available Apartments

Manhattan Beach rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Manhattan Beach average $2,204 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Manhattan Beach average $2,280 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Manhattan Beach average $3,106 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Manhattan Beach average $6,239 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,204/month
385 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,280/month
582 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,106/month
659 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,239/month
1,300 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$14,003/month
1,745 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$30,660/month
4,248 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$6,720/month
864 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$11,697/month
1,701 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Manhattan Beach, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 5.5%, which averages out to $126 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Manhattan Beach, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Manhattan Beach, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
5% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
95% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Manhattan Beach, CA?

Because the average rent in Manhattan Beach is $2,280, you’ll want to make about $7,600 per month or $91,200 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.

City

Manhattan Beach, CA

150 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Manhattan Beach, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Manhattan 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.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Hermosa Beach

    Hermosa Beach

    Avg Rent: $3,008/month

  • El Segundo

    El Segundo

    Avg Rent: $2,229/month

  • Lawndale

    Lawndale

    Avg Rent: $1,761/month

  • Redondo Beach

    Redondo Beach

    Avg Rent: $2,602/month

  • Hawthorne

    Hawthorne

    Avg Rent: $1,621/month

  • Lennox

    Lennox

    Avg Rent: $1,483/month

Apartment Communities in Manhattan Beach We Think You'll Love

CitiZen Beach Collection on Manhattan

CitiZen Beach Collection on Manhattan

2106 Manhattan Beach Blvd,
Redondo Beach, CA 90278

2 Beds | $3,699

720 21st St

720 21st St

720 21st St,
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

2 Beds | $4,375 - $6,500

1643 Artesia Blvd

1643 Artesia Blvd

1643 Artesia Blvd,
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

2-3 Beds | $2,850 - $3,695

Pacific Heights

Pacific Heights

747 12th St,
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

1-2 Beds | Call for Rent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Manhattan Beach?

The average rent in Manhattan Beach is $2,280 per month, which is 36.9% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Manhattan Beach?

The average rent for a house in Manhattan Beach, CA is $14,003 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Manhattan Beach?

Rents in Manhattan Beach, CA are increasing, with prices up 5.5% year-over-year and $126 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Manhattan Beach?

In Manhattan Beach, CA, 95% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Manhattan Beach Rental Trends

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.

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