Average Rent in San Clemente, CA
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, CACheapest
$2,357/mo
Pinnacle at Talega Apartments
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5
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Units
67
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Average Rent by Property
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San Clemente, CA Rent Prices
All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Pinnacle at Talega Apartments
120 Calle Amistad, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA
Pacific Pointe Apartment Community
2459 Corte Merlango, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA
Rancho Del Mar Apartments
1100 Calle Del Cerro, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Seacrest Apartment Homes
240 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Everleigh San Clemente
515 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Seaview Terrace Apartments
602 Avenida de la Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pinnacle at Talega Apartments 120 Calle Amistad, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA | $2,357 | $2,978 | $3.37/ft² | 3.5 (124) | 15 |
| 2 | Pacific Pointe Apartment Community 2459 Corte Merlango, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA | $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 | $2,651 | $3,012 | $3.50/ft² | 3.1 (66) | 20 |
| 4 | Seacrest Apartment Homes 240 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA | $2,687 | $2,926 | $4.06/ft² | 3.4 (109) | 17 |
| 5 | Everleigh San Clemente 515 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA | $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 | $3,666 as of Nov 6 | $3,666 | $3.86/ft² | 5 (1) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Pinnacle at Talega Apartments
3.5 (124)120 Calle Amistad, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA
Pacific Pointe Apartment Community
3.9 (54)2459 Corte Merlango, San Clemente, CA 92673, USA
Rancho Del Mar Apartments
3.1 (66)1100 Calle Del Cerro, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Seacrest Apartment Homes
3.4 (109)240 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Everleigh San Clemente
4.8 (21)515 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
Seaview Terrace Apartments
5 (1)602 Avenida de la Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672, USA
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San Clemente, CA neighborhoods
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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 |
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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 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.
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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 | $3,277 | +7% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,375 | +10% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,911 | -5% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,270 | -26% | 33 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,368 | -23% | 32 |
| 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.
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