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Rental Market Trends in Orange, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Orange, CA is $2,464/month.

Rent in Orange is 48% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,464/month

Average Rent

720 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.5%

Change / Year

733

Available Apartments

Orange rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Orange average $2,396 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Orange average $2,464 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Orange average $3,054 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Orange average $3,678 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,396/month
546 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,464/month
720 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,054/month
1,042 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,678/month
1,312 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,146/month
964 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,637/month
1,512 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,595/month
1,905 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,182/month
1,043 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,398/month
1,700 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Orange, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.5%, which averages out to $88 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Orange, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Orange, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
18% $1,001 - $1,500/month
18% $1,501 - $2,000/month
63% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Orange?

Based on current rent prices, Orange, Silverado and Uptown Orange are the most affordable neighborhoods in Orange.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Orange
$2,566/month
723 Sq Ft
Silverado
$2,644/month
755 Sq Ft
Uptown Orange
$3,176/month
791 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Orange?

Based on current rent prices, Uptown Orange, Silverado and Orange are the most expensive neighborhoods in Orange.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Uptown Orange
$3,176/month
791 Sq Ft
Silverado
$2,644/month
755 Sq Ft
Orange
$2,566/month
723 Sq Ft

Which Orange neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Orange with the most apartments available are Orange, Uptown Orange and Silverado .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Orange
$2,566/month
723 Sq Ft
Uptown Orange
$3,176/month
791 Sq Ft
Silverado
$2,644/month
755 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Orange is $2,464, you’ll want to make about $8,213 per month or $98,556 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

Orange, CA

733 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Orange, 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

Orange

Orange, CA

Uptown Orange

Orange, CA

Studio
$2,300/month
$2,365/month
One Bedroom
$2,185/month
$2,699/month
Two Bedroom
$2,688/month
$3,458/month
Three Bedroom
$3,523/month
$4,482/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Anaheim

    Anaheim

    Avg Rent: $2,114/month

  • Placentia

    Placentia

    Avg Rent: $2,361/month

  • Tustin

    Tustin

    Avg Rent: $2,369/month

  • Santa Ana

    Santa Ana

    Avg Rent: $2,236/month

  • Yorba Linda

    Yorba Linda

    Avg Rent: $2,611/month

  • Fullerton

    Fullerton

    Avg Rent: $2,184/month

Apartment Communities in Orange We Think You'll Love

Oasis Anaheim

Oasis Anaheim

3530-3560 E La Palma Ave,
Anaheim, CA 92806

1-2 Beds | $2,499 - $3,484

City Plaza

City Plaza

12621-12661 Lewis St,
Garden Grove, CA 92840

2 Beds | $2,575 - $2,625

Gateway Apartment Homes

Gateway Apartment Homes

299 N State College Blvd,
Orange, CA 92868

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,495 - $6,470

The Terrace Apartments

The Terrace Apartments

200 City Blvd W,
Orange, CA 92868

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,174 - $3,507

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Orange?

The average rent in Orange is $2,464 per month, which is 48.0% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Orange?

The average rent for a house in Orange, CA is $4,637 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Orange?

Rents in Orange, CA are increasing, with prices up 3.5% year-over-year and $88 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Orange?

In Orange, CA, 63% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Orange 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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