The Shoreline at Monterey Bay
3124 Lake Dr,
Marina, CA 93933
1-2 Beds | $2,433 - $2,488
Rental Market Trends in Marina, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Marina, CA is $2,019/month.
Rent in Marina is 21% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,019/month
Average Rent
621 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.1%
Change / Year
25
Available Apartments
Marina rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Marina average $1,353 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Marina average $2,019 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Marina average $2,442 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Marina average $2,884 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Marina, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $43 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Marina, 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
3%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
32%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
65%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Marina?
Based on current rent prices, Outer Monterey is the most affordable neighborhood in Marina.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Marina?
Based on current rent prices, Outer Monterey is the most expensive neighborhood in Marina.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Marina neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Marina with the most apartments available is Outer Monterey .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Marina, CA?
Because the average rent in Marina is $2,019, you’ll want to make about $6,730 per month or $80,760 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 Marina, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Marina, 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 Marina Area GuideStudio
$1,656/month
$1,656/month
One Bedroom
$2,192/month
$2,192/month
Two Bedroom
$2,698/month
$2,698/month
Three Bedroom
$2,877/month
$2,877/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Seaside
Avg Rent: $2,014/month
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Sand City
Avg Rent: $3,207/month
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Monterey
Avg Rent: $2,212/month
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Salinas
Avg Rent: $1,999/month
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Pacific Grove
Avg Rent: $2,085/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Marina?
The average rent in Marina is $2,019 per month, which is 21.3% higher than the national average of $1,665.
Are rents going up or down in Marina?
Rents in Marina, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $43 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Marina?
In Marina, CA, 65% 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.