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Rental Market Trends in Whittier, CA

What is the average rent in Whittier, CA?

$1,645/month

Average Rent

526 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+2%

Increase in the Last Year

As of June 2025, the average rent in Whittier, CA is $1,645 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,628/month, which means Whittier rent prices are 1% higher than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Whittier, you can expect to pay about $1,430 per month for a studio, $1,645 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,039 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,469 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,430/month
401 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,645/month
526 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,039/month
757 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,469/month
868 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,827/month
784 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,895/month
1,364 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,543/month
2,512 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Whittier, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $33 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2025
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2024 2025
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Whittier, CA
Last Updated June 2025
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Whittier, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
4% $700 - $1,000/month
28% $1,001 - $1,500/month
40% $1,501 - $2,000/month
27% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Whittier?

Based on current rent prices, East La Mirada, East Whittier City and Whittier City are the most affordable neighborhoods in Whittier.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East La Mirada
$1,962/month
646 Sq Ft
East Whittier City
$2,256/month
694 Sq Ft
Whittier City
$2,276/month
609 Sq Ft
South Whittier
$2,821/month
908 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Whittier?

Based on current rent prices, South Whittier, Whittier City and East Whittier City are the most expensive neighborhoods in Whittier.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Whittier
$2,821/month
908 Sq Ft
Whittier City
$2,276/month
609 Sq Ft
East Whittier City
$2,256/month
694 Sq Ft
East La Mirada
$1,962/month
646 Sq Ft

Which Whittier neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Whittier with the most apartments available are East Whittier City, Whittier City and East La Mirada .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East Whittier City
$2,256/month
694 Sq Ft
Whittier City
$2,276/month
609 Sq Ft
East La Mirada
$1,962/month
646 Sq Ft
South Whittier
$2,821/month
908 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Whittier is $1,645, you’ll want to make about $5,483 per month or $65,796 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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Whittier, CA

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Apartment Averages

East La Mirada

Whittier, CA

South Whittier

Whittier, CA

Studio
-
$1,254/month
One Bedroom
$1,469/month
$2,056/month
Two Bedroom
$1,873/month
$2,125/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,900/month
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Apartment communities in Whittier we think you'll love

Altura at the Groves

Altura at the Groves

11821 Skylark Cir,
Whittier, CA 90606

1-3 Beds | $2,905 - $4,835

The Reserve La Mirada

The Reserve La Mirada

11628 La Mirada Blvd,
La Mirada, CA 90638

1-2 Beds | $2,495 - $5,022

Arbor Ridge

Arbor Ridge

13708 Via Del Palma Ave,
Whittier, CA 90602

1-2 Beds | $2,765 - $2,850

Los Olivos Apartments

Los Olivos Apartments

14300 Mulberry Dr,
Whittier, CA 90604

Studio - 1 Bed | $1,890 - $2,060

Property Management Companies in Whittier, CA

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L'Abri Management, Inc.
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  • 2,173

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  • 19

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4 Communities in Whittier
Beach Front Property Management, Inc.
Beach Front Property Management, Inc.
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    Communities

  • 1,803

    Units

  • 25

    Cities

2 Communities in Whittier
Main Street Management
Main Street Management
  • 21

    Communities

  • 1,401

    Units

  • 12

    Cities

2 Communities in Whittier
Dunbar Real Estate Investment Management
Dunbar Real Estate Investment Management
  • 14

    Communities

  • 411

    Units

  • 10

    Cities

2 Communities in Whittier
Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,262

    Communities

  • 906,204

    Units

  • 841

    Cities

1 Community in Whittier
AMC
AMC
  • 644

    Communities

  • 126,041

    Units

  • 257

    Cities

1 Community in Whittier
Windsor Communities
Windsor Communities
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    Communities

  • 36,883

    Units

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1 Community in Whittier
Mashcole Property Management
Mashcole Property Management
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  • 1,484

    Units

  • 21

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1 Community in Whittier

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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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