Average Rent in Huntington Beach, CA
What is the average rent in Huntington Beach, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Huntington Beach, CA is $3,444 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 141 priced apartments in 10 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 3, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
10 apartment buildings, 141 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Huntington Beach, CACheapest
$2,137/mo
The Huntington Apartments
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Huntington Beach, CA Rent Prices
All 10 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Huntington Apartments
8400 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Ocean Breeze Villas
6401 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Huntington Vista
21551 Brookhurst St, Huntington Beach, CA 92646, USA
Boardwalk by Windsor Apartments
7461 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
The Residences at Bella Terra
7521 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Avalon Huntington Beach
7400 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Luce Apartments
7290 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Huntington Apartments 8400 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA | $2,137 | $2,523 | $3.40/ft² | 4 (157) | 10 |
| 2 | Ocean Breeze Villas 6401 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA | $2,219 | $2,922 | $3.17/ft² | 3.4 (143) | 16 |
| 3 | Huntington Vista 21551 Brookhurst St, Huntington Beach, CA 92646, USA | $2,273 | $2,840 | $2.83/ft² | 2.7 (108) | 12 |
| 4 | Boardwalk by Windsor Apartments 7461 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA | $2,436 | $3,155 | $3.24/ft² | 4.1 (188) | 22 |
| 5 | The Residences at Bella Terra 7521 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA | $2,499 | $3,343 | $3.47/ft² | 2.8 (128) | 15 |
| 6 | Avalon Huntington Beach 7400 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA | $2,551 | $3,246 | $3.93/ft² | 3.7 (214) | 13 |
| 7 | Luce Apartments 7290 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA | $2,560 | $3,044 | $3.24/ft² | 4 (356) | 23 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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The Huntington Apartments
4 (157)8400 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Ocean Breeze Villas
3.4 (143)6401 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Huntington Vista
2.7 (108)21551 Brookhurst St, Huntington Beach, CA 92646, USA
Boardwalk by Windsor Apartments
4.1 (188)7461 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
The Residences at Bella Terra
2.8 (128)7521 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
Avalon Huntington Beach
3.7 (214)7400 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA
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Huntington Beach, CA neighborhoods
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Huntington Beach, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Huntington Beach, CA is $3,444 per month, based on 141 units across 10 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,137 at The Huntington Apartments to $9,678 at The Residences at Pacific City.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,388/mo | $2,137/mo | 6 |
| 1 Bed | $3,046/mo | $2,273/mo | 64 |
| 2 Bed | $3,777/mo | $2,690/mo | 63 |
| 3 Bed | $4,798/mo | $3,766/mo | 8 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Huntington Beach, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Huntington Beach, CA averages $3,046/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,777/mo. At the local median household income of $119,885, that works out to 34% 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 Huntington Beach, CA at $2,424/mo. The current tracked market average runs 42% 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 Huntington Beach, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Orange County
Demand in the Orange County rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Boeing
- Quiksilver
- Cambro Manufacturing
Mean one-way commute in Huntington Beach, CA is 29 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Huntington Beach, 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
$138,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,444/mo.
Comfortable income
$165,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,137/mo), you need to earn at least $85,000/year.
Median household income in Huntington Beach, CA is $119,885 , about 27% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Huntington Beach, CA
Overall prices in Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,444 |
| Utilities | $744 |
| Groceries | $578 |
| Transportation | $1,773 |
| Healthcare | $865 |
| Other goods and services | $1,384 |
| Estimated total | $8,788/mo |
Population
196,010
Median household income
$119,885
Census median rent
$2,424/mo
Census rent burden
30.7%
Median age
43.4
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 Huntington Beach, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Huntington Beach, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,104 | -10% | -5% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,370 | -2% | -5.5% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,881 | -16% | +1.8% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,261 | -34% | -8.8% | 33 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,730 | -21% | -5.6% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,205 | +51% | +7.5% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Huntington Beach, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Huntington Beach, CA is $3,444 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 141 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Huntington Beach, CA?
The median asking rent in Huntington Beach, CA is $3,099 per month, computed from 141 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,444/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Huntington Beach, CA?
The lowest available rent in Huntington Beach, CA starts at $2,137 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Huntington Beach, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Huntington Beach, CA average $3,046/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,273/mo across 64 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Huntington Beach, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Huntington Beach, CA average $3,777/mo. Units start from $2,690/mo across 63 units currently listed.
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