Average Rent in Dana Point, CA
What is the average rent in Dana Point, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Dana Point, CA is $4,075 per month, as of November 14, 2026. This sample includes 51 priced apartments in 6 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 14, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
6 apartment buildings, 51 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Dana Point, CACheapest
$2,800/mo
Del Prado House
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Rent Price Breakdown
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Dana Point, CA Rent Prices
All 6 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Del Prado House
24452 Del Prado Ave, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Seabrook at Bear Brand Apartments
56 Sea Terrace St, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Harbor Pointe
32762 Pointe Sutton, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
M Collection at Marea
32468 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Marea
32400 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Prado West
34137 CA-1 #100, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Del Prado House 24452 Del Prado Ave, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA | $2,800 | $3,157 | -- | -- | 3 |
| 2 | Seabrook at Bear Brand Apartments 56 Sea Terrace St, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA | $2,895 | $3,514 | $4.11/ft² | 4.8 (356) | 6 |
| 3 | Harbor Pointe 32762 Pointe Sutton, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA | $2,940 | $3,424 | $3.37/ft² | 4.6 (96) | 2 |
| 4 | M Collection at Marea 32468 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA | $3,110 | $4,126 | $4.03/ft² | 3 (2) | 18 |
| 5 | Marea 32400 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA | $3,110 | $4,126 | $4.03/ft² | 4.5 (199) | 18 |
| 6 | Prado West 34137 CA-1 #100, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA | $4,689 | $5,469 | $3.95/ft² | 4.1 (37) | 4 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Del Prado House
24452 Del Prado Ave, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Seabrook at Bear Brand Apartments
4.8 (356)56 Sea Terrace St, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Harbor Pointe
4.6 (96)32762 Pointe Sutton, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
M Collection at Marea
3 (2)32468 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Marea
4.5 (199)32400 Crown Valley Pkwy, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
Prado West
4.1 (37)34137 CA-1 #100, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
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Dana Point, CA neighborhoods
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Dana Point, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Dana Point, CA is $4,075 per month, based on 51 units across 6 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,800 at Del Prado House to $6,450 at Prado West.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $3,241/mo | $2,800/mo | 17 |
| 2 Bed | $4,424/mo | $3,409/mo | 32 |
| 3 Bed | $5,575/mo | $4,699/mo | 2 |
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Market Context
Who rents in Dana Point, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Dana Point, CA averages $3,241/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $4,424/mo. At the local median household income of $127,246, that works out to 38% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Dana Point, CA at $2,883/mo. The current tracked market average runs 41% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Dana Point, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dana Point, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$163,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $4,075/mo.
Comfortable income
$196,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,800/mo), you need to earn at least $112,000/year.
Median household income in Dana Point, CA is $127,246 , about 35% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Dana Point, CA
Overall prices in Dana Point, CA runs above the national average by about 15% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 114.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Dana Point, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $4,075 |
| Utilities | $744 |
| Groceries | $578 |
| Transportation | $1,773 |
| Healthcare | $865 |
| Other goods and services | $1,384 |
| Estimated total | $9,419/mo |
Population
32,883
Median household income
$127,246
Census median rent
$2,883/mo
Census rent burden
32.7%
Median age
48.0
Mean commute
29 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Dana Point, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Dana Point, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,277 | -20% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,375 | -17% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,911 | -29% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,270 | -44% | 33 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,368 | -42% | 32 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,762 | -32% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Dana Point, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Dana Point, CA is $4,075 per month, as of November 14, 2026. This sample includes 51 priced apartments in 6 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Dana Point, CA?
The median asking rent in Dana Point, CA is $4,048 per month, computed from 51 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $4,075/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Dana Point, CA?
The lowest available rent in Dana Point, CA starts at $2,800 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Dana Point, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Dana Point, CA average $3,241/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,800/mo across 17 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Dana Point, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Dana Point, CA average $4,424/mo. Units start from $3,409/mo across 32 units currently listed.
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