What is the average apartment size in Huntington Beach?

The average size for a Huntington Beach, CA apartment is 868 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Huntington Beach?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Huntington Beach is $2,789 per month, a 0.39% increase from last years average of $2,778.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Huntington Beach?

In Huntington Beach, studios rent for $2,106 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,501 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $3,079 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $4,091 per month

What is the average apartment size in Huntington Beach?

The typical apartment in Huntington Beach offers about 868 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Huntington Beach?

Studio apartments in Huntington Beach average 518 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 725 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,029 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,356 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Huntington Beach?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Huntington Beach are Garfield ($2,703/month), Goldenwest - Washington ($2,888/month), and Yorktown ($4,060/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Huntington Beach, CA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Huntington Beach?

The typical rent budget in Huntington Beach ranges from $2,501 to $3,000 per month, with 34% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Huntington Beach?

In Huntington Beach, 44% of households rent while 56% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Huntington Beach?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Huntington Beach include Huntington Harbour ($2,479/month), Bolsa Chica - Heil ($2,500/month), and Oak View - Newland ($2,595/month), all below the citywide average of $2,789.

Last updated: February 17, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Huntington Beach is $2,789, a 0.39% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,778.

Studio Apartments at $2,106 offer the most budget-friendly option with 518 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 725 square feet for $2,501, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $3,079 offer 1,029 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,356 sq ft) for $4,091, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Huntington Beach, CA

Last updated: February 17, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,789	868 sq. ft.
Studio	$2,106	518 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,501	725 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$3,079	1,029 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$4,091	1,356 sq. ft.

Huntington Beach, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Huntington Beach, CA have increased by 0.39% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,778 to $2,789.

What's the typical rent budget in Huntington Beach, CA?

The largest share of rentals in Huntington Beach, CA (34%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Huntington Beach, CA?

34,288 or 44% of the households in Huntington Beach, CA are renter-occupied while 43,261 or 56% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Huntington Beach?

Huntington Harbour $2,479/month

Bolsa Chica - Heil $2,500/month

Oak View - Newland $2,595/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,789/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Huntington Beach?

Garfield $2,703/month

Goldenwest - Washington $2,888/month

Yorktown $4,060/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Huntington Beach, CA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Yorktown	$4,060
Goldenwest - Washington	$2,888
Garfield	$2,703
Adams	$2,663
Oak View - Newland	$2,595
Bolsa Chica - Heil	$2,500
Huntington Harbour	$2,479

Huntington Beach | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Adams is 7% higher than in Bolsa Chica - Heil

$2,663

Adams rent is 5% lower than Huntington Beach average

Average Rent $2,663

$2,500

Bolsa Chica - Heil rent is 10% lower than Huntington Beach average

Average Rent $2,500

How Huntington Beach Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Huntington Beach	$2,789
Los Angeles	$2,740
San Francisco	$3,580
East Bay	$2,643
San Diego	$2,958
Long Beach	$2,645
Sacramento	$1,894
San Jose	$3,118
Oakland	$2,578
Tulare	$1,674
Santa Monica	$3,626
Anaheim	$2,473
Santa Ana, CA	$2,723
Fullerton, CA	$2,549
Costa Mesa, CA	$2,820
Orange, CA	$2,788
Newport Beach, CA	$3,706
Downey, CA	$2,275
Irvine, CA	$3,296
Tustin, CA	$2,768
Westminster, CA	$2,508

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Huntington Beach apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.