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Rental Market Trends in San Clemente, CA

What is the average rent in San Clemente, CA?

$2,339/month

Average Rent

632 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-1.6%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of July 2025, the average rent in San Clemente, CA is $2,339 per month. This is 43% higher than the national average rent price of $1,637/month, making San Clemente one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in San Clemente, you can expect to pay about $1,920 per month for a studio, $2,339 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $3,015 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,554 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,920/month
319 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,339/month
632 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,015/month
904 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,554/month
1,074 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,670/month
544 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,102/month
1,071 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$7,054/month
1,901 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$11,613/month
2,910 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,382/month
1,245 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$8,127/month
2,059 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,759/month
1,118 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,507/month
1,717 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in San Clemente, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.6%, which averages out to $38 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated July 2025
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in San Clemente, CA
Last Updated July 2025
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in San Clemente, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
12% $1,001 - $1,500/month
27% $1,501 - $2,000/month
61% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Clemente?

Based on current rent prices, Bella Vista, Vilamoura and Richmond Pointe are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Clemente.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bella Vista
$2,662/month
657 Sq Ft
Vilamoura
$2,734/month
673 Sq Ft
Richmond Pointe
$2,734/month
673 Sq Ft
Talega Gallery
$2,745/month
742 Sq Ft
Vista Pacifica
$3,281/month
636 Sq Ft
Sea Scape Village
$3,318/month
775 Sq Ft
Chateau San Clemente
$3,318/month
775 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Clemente?

Based on current rent prices, Sea Scape Village, Chateau San Clemente and Vista Pacifica are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Clemente.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Sea Scape Village
$3,318/month
775 Sq Ft
Chateau San Clemente
$3,318/month
775 Sq Ft
Vista Pacifica
$3,281/month
636 Sq Ft
Talega Gallery
$2,745/month
742 Sq Ft
Vilamoura
$2,734/month
673 Sq Ft
Richmond Pointe
$2,734/month
673 Sq Ft
Bella Vista
$2,662/month
657 Sq Ft

Which San Clemente neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in San Clemente with the most apartments available are Sea Scape Village, Chateau San Clemente and Bella Vista .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Sea Scape Village
$3,318/month
775 Sq Ft
Chateau San Clemente
$3,318/month
775 Sq Ft
Bella Vista
$2,662/month
657 Sq Ft
Vilamoura
$2,734/month
673 Sq Ft
Richmond Pointe
$2,734/month
673 Sq Ft
Talega Gallery
$2,745/month
742 Sq Ft
Vista Pacifica
$3,281/month
636 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in San Clemente is $2,339, you’ll want to make about $7,796 per month or $93,552 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 communities in San Clemente we think you'll love

Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes

Everleigh San Clemente 55+ Apartment Homes

515 Avenida Vaquero,
San Clemente, CA 92673

1-2 Beds | $2,750 - $6,420

Rancho Del Mar

Rancho Del Mar

1100 Calle Del Cerro,
San Clemente, CA 92672

1-2 Beds | $2,406 - $6,514

Seacrest Apartments

Seacrest Apartments

240 Avenida Vista Montana,
San Clemente, CA 92672

1-2 Beds | $2,618 - $3,864

The Palmer

The Palmer

26451 Camino de Vis,
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

1-2 Beds | $2,910 - $3,815

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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 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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