# Average Rent in San Clemente, CA > How much is rent in San Clemente, CA? $2,876 median across 67 units in 5 buildings, each with a daily price history and a citywide trend, tracked daily. Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/ Latest included observation: November 13, 2026 ## What is the average rent in San Clemente, CA? The average listed apartment rent in San Clemente, CA is $3,063 per month, as of November 13, 2026. This sample includes 67 priced apartments in 5 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 13, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings. 5 apartment buildings, 67 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available. [Browse apartments in San Clemente, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/apartments/) Avg Rent $3,063/mo median $2,876 [-4% vs last month](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/trends/) Cheapest $2,357/mo Pinnacle at Talega Apartments Properties 5 tracked daily Units 67 available now [View rent trends and price history](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/trends/) [Explore San Clemente, CA on the interactive map](https://average-rent.com/search/#city=san-clemente-ca) [San Clemente, CA Resident Access](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/resident-access/): City Club members share insider gate codes, parking links, and amenity tips. View Analysis ## Rent Price Breakdown Compare pricing across all 5 properties in San Clemente, CA. Timeframe ## Average rent trend, last 3 months All bedroom types, citywide. Choose a window above to scope the view. $3,159 Average rent today Line chart of average rent in San Clemente, CA over the last 3 months. Started at $3,236, ended at $3,159. ### Average rent trend, last 3 months | Date or category | Average monthly rent (USD) | | --- | --- | | Aug | 3,236 | | Aug | 3,275 | | Aug | 3,274 | | Aug | 3,336 | | Sep | 3,398 | | Sep | 3,301 | | Sep | 3,354 | | Sep | 3,361 | | Oct | 3,300 | | Oct | 3,309 | | Oct | 3,179 | | Oct | 3,192 | | Nov | 3,159 | [Full San Clemente, CA price history](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/trends/) ### Average Rent by Property ### Starting Price vs Average ### Rent by Bedroom Count ### Price per Square Foot ## San Clemente, CA Rent Prices All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent. [#1 3.5 (124)](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/pinnacle-at-talega-apartments-san-clemente-ca/): Pinnacle at Talega Apartments 120 Calle Amistad, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA From $2,357/mo Avg $2,978 15 units [#2 3.9 (54)](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/pacific-pointe-apartment-community-san-clemente-ca/): Pacific Pointe Apartment Community 2459 Corte Merlango, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA From $2,460/mo Avg $3,249 11 units [#3 3.1 (66)](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/rancho-del-mar-apartments-san-clemente-ca/): Rancho Del Mar Apartments 1100 Calle Del Cerro, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $2,651/mo Avg $3,012 20 units [#4 3.4 (109)](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/seacrest-apartment-homes-san-clemente-ca/): Seacrest Apartment Homes 240 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $2,687/mo Avg $2,926 17 units [#5 4.8 (21)](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/everleigh-san-clemente-san-clemente-ca/): Everleigh San Clemente 515 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $3,100/mo Avg $3,713 4 units [#6 5 (1)](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/seaview-terrace-apartments-san-clemente-ca/): Seaview Terrace Apartments 602 Avenida de la Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $3,666/mo as of Nov 6 Avg $3,666 1 units | # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Pinnacle at Talega Apartments 120 Calle Amistad, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/pinnacle-at-talega-apartments-san-clemente-ca/) | $2,357 | $2,978 | $3.37/ft² | 3.5 (124) | 15 | | 2 | [Pacific Pointe Apartment Community 2459 Corte Merlango, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/pacific-pointe-apartment-community-san-clemente-ca/) | $2,460 | $3,249 | $3.91/ft² | 3.9 (54) | 11 | | 3 | [Rancho Del Mar Apartments 1100 Calle Del Cerro, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/rancho-del-mar-apartments-san-clemente-ca/) | $2,651 | $3,012 | $3.50/ft² | 3.1 (66) | 20 | | 4 | [Seacrest Apartment Homes 240 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/seacrest-apartment-homes-san-clemente-ca/) | $2,687 | $2,926 | $4.06/ft² | 3.4 (109) | 17 | | 5 | [Everleigh San Clemente 515 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/everleigh-san-clemente-san-clemente-ca/) | $3,100 | $3,713 | $4.38/ft² | 4.8 (21) | 4 | | 6 | [Seaview Terrace Apartments 602 Avenida de la Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/seaview-terrace-apartments-san-clemente-ca/) | $3,666 as of Nov 6 | $3,666 | $3.86/ft² | 5 (1) | 1 | ## Rent & Price History by Building Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood. [Browse all apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/apartments/) [Pinnacle at Talega Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/pinnacle-at-talega-apartments-san-clemente-ca/): ![Pinnacle at Talega Apartments apartments in San Clemente, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJHcu25Gfz3IARqpyxEytwQJw/photos/AaVGc3kdqVUjMX4IWg6-tvZO1ruaaAWxerax9Fm3ozQTFbB03oN4x89xZpbTNJokNKy2NLIKwWb5-opbuPQTrAwY4U2Sun64Npns8nLVXThmLrvw8-aLUs2QUli2mshzOgPZR9GNCUCZxXr_IV2DK-bTqaBQ0hIMuVG_nUVqpz_d4Gn5fY64r5BuBeiATJ5ybhz3tUul4owBY74yTEOaRyzJEMYf1qRHl5k6AP0GV_C1tLzfO6GnakkrABR0dye43VsBQJjngoA5WTaFLdcCZH19sfkOyQ4NovLUIsfXI2kYiuYzMrLrKHb6dyvrUijlWpWIwm23-a5Kfbk5cs4H-MlIs2TT-LTYcU8FAubOmL9gVr1qr5Upus1192ah3C79VvnhZCIxwLhpUhDoxlFFPLHu2jhZgDgjtzUnRXhhpJGb4Yfyig?w=600) 3.5 (124) 120 Calle Amistad, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA From $2,357/mo 15 units [Pacific Pointe Apartment Community](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/pacific-pointe-apartment-community-san-clemente-ca/): ![Pacific Pointe Apartment Community apartments in San Clemente, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJO4es7e_z3IAR6PqEi5Da54E/photos/AaVGc3kXeQ2bo4LM8JpEFr3eNEWvYtdARPM46BL0nOsprokKGphLdnuc44ui6CR_2oUeA9pM6vdFlYWRNqFQQ86Lwpm6_8zJMNPJ6mv2aTMGkw9hzM0y1Gebq37Lk61aZP7XFtN3RTdfyHdp6-xsyt7dz9Q0ba-1ocWhA9nzdO7jyUQ8HpAF6d6CvOHmiMumF2eGTnkXnL9QvkbY5US43vACkvuiGxxaHTJjvqPK7DGW_AEDQ8hidCbIM2dMgTymEUMwOrrvf63AMt1Bq34G1pWCesWW0iI4MOIKj6EZotxcre2kmHz7W9Hllrtx4G1KpE4kYmSeLwg91HwHwMWHXb5jSOC_iWmeV4aMWfYvM6pu6AZuMPzmVpnyRvR_eiYfSrmUjsS7MN15C8WIiQIadyzJpTTitTgROudqnZHcduxfgnUXXPip?w=600) 3.9 (54) 2459 Corte Merlango, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA From $2,460/mo 11 units [Rancho Del Mar Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/rancho-del-mar-apartments-san-clemente-ca/): ![Rancho Del Mar Apartments apartments in San Clemente, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/15991?w=600) 3.1 (66) 1100 Calle Del Cerro, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $2,651/mo 20 units [Seacrest Apartment Homes](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/seacrest-apartment-homes-san-clemente-ca/): ![Seacrest Apartment Homes apartments in San Clemente, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/15989?w=600) 3.4 (109) 240 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $2,687/mo 17 units [Everleigh San Clemente](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/everleigh-san-clemente-san-clemente-ca/): ![Everleigh San Clemente apartments in San Clemente, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/15979?w=600) 4.8 (21) 515 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $3,100/mo 4 units [Seaview Terrace Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/seaview-terrace-apartments-san-clemente-ca/): ![Seaview Terrace Apartments apartments in San Clemente, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/22209?w=600) 5 (1) 602 Avenida de la Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA From $3,666/mo prices as of Nov 6 1 units [Browse all San Clemente, CA apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/apartments/) By Area ## San Clemente, CA neighborhoods Tracked buildings across 2 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments. [San Clemente 92672 5](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=San%20Clemente%2092672)[San Clemente 92673 2](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=San%20Clemente%2092673) ## San Clemente, CA Average Rent Prices 2026 The average listed rent in San Clemente, CA is **$3,063 per month**, based on 67 units across 5 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,357 at Pinnacle at Talega Apartments to $4,225 at Everleigh San Clemente. ### Average Rent by Bedroom Type | Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Studio | $2,460/mo | $2,460/mo | 2 | | 1 Bed | $2,723/mo | $2,357/mo | 34 | | 2 Bed | $3,446/mo | $3,120/mo | 28 | | 3 Bed | $3,757/mo | $3,677/mo | 3 | 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. Paste this where you want the live widget. Free to use with the attribution link. Preview Market Context ## Who rents in San Clemente, CA, and what they pay Tracked one-bedroom rent in San Clemente, CA averages **$2,723/mo** , with two-bedroom units averaging **$3,446/mo**. At the local median household income of **$134,735**, that works out to **27% of gross income**, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling. The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in San Clemente, CA at **$2,398/mo**. The [current tracked market average](https://average-rent.com/city/san-clemente-ca/trends/) runs **28% 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 San Clemente, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities. ## What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Clemente, 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 $123,000/year Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,063/mo. Comfortable income $147,000/year Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries. To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,357/mo), you need to earn at least **$94,000/year**. Median household income in San Clemente, CA is **$134,735** , about 8% below the comfortable-living threshold. ## Cost of living in San Clemente, CA Overall prices in San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, CA's regional price parities. | Category | Monthly estimate | | --- | --- | | Rent (market average) | $3,063 | | Utilities | $744 | | Groceries | $578 | | Transportation | $1,773 | | Healthcare | $865 | | Other goods and services | $1,384 | | Estimated total | $8,407/mo | Population 63,510 Median household income $134,735 Census median rent $2,398/mo Census rent burden 32.3% Median age 44.6 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. Compare ## Nearby cities in California How San Clemente, CA rent compares to other markets in the state. | City | Avg Rent | vs San Clemente, CA | Properties | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Los Angeles, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/los-angeles-ca/) | $3,277 | +7% | 50 | | [San Diego, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-diego-ca/) | $3,375 | +10% | 36 | | [Anaheim, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/anaheim-ca/) | $2,911 | -5% | 34 | | [EL Cajon, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/el-cajon-ca/) | $2,270 | -26% | 33 | | [Antioch, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/antioch-ca/) | $2,368 | -23% | 32 | | [Hayward, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/hayward-ca/) | $2,762 | -10% | 32 | ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the average rent in San Clemente, CA? The average listed apartment rent in San Clemente, CA is $3,063 per month, as of November 13, 2026. This sample includes 67 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. ### What is the median rent in San Clemente, CA? The median asking rent in San Clemente, CA is $2,876 per month, computed from 67 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,063/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings. ### What is the cheapest apartment rent in San Clemente, CA? The lowest available rent in San Clemente, CA starts at $2,357 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing. ### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in San Clemente, CA? 1-bedroom apartments in San Clemente, CA average $2,723/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,357/mo across 34 units tracked. ### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in San Clemente, CA? 2-bedroom apartments in San Clemente, CA average $3,446/mo. Units start from $3,120/mo across 28 units currently listed. ## Rent Trends in San Clemente, CA Track how apartment prices are changing over time. 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