Altura at The Groves
11821 Skylark Cir,
Whittier, CA 90606
1-3 Beds | $2,955 - $4,413
Rental Market Trends in Whittier, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Whittier, CA is $1,685/month.
Rent in Whittier is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,685/month
Average Rent
536 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1%
Change / Year
240
Available Apartments
Whittier rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Whittier average $1,450 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Whittier average $1,685 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Whittier average $2,128 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Whittier average $2,535 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Whittier, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $18 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Whittier, CA
August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
26%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
36%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
34%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Whittier?
Based on current rent prices, East Whittier City, East La Mirada and South Whittier are the most affordable neighborhoods in Whittier.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Whittier?
Based on current rent prices, Whittier City, South Whittier and East La Mirada are the most expensive neighborhoods in Whittier.
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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 .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Whittier, CA?
Because the average rent in Whittier is $1,685, you’ll want to make about $5,616 per month or $67,392 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 Whittier, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Whittier, 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 Whittier Area GuideStudio
$1,652/month
$1,356/month
One Bedroom
$1,888/month
$1,469/month
Two Bedroom
$2,205/month
$2,056/month
Three Bedroom
$2,383/month
$2,403/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Santa Fe Springs
Avg Rent: $2,350/month
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Hacienda Heights
Avg Rent: $2,182/month
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Pico Rivera
Avg Rent: $1,958/month
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La Mirada
Avg Rent: $1,859/month
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La Habra
Avg Rent: $2,155/month
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Norwalk
Avg Rent: $1,952/month
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Montebello
Avg Rent: $1,774/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Whittier?
The average rent in Whittier is $1,685 per month, which is 1.3% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Whittier?
The average rent for a house in Whittier, CA is $4,116 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Whittier?
The average rent for a townhome in Whittier, CA is $3,095 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Whittier?
Rents in Whittier, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $18 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Whittier?
In Whittier, CA, 36% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $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 June 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.