What is the average apartment size in South Whittier?

The average size for a South Whittier, CA apartment is 812 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 South Whittier?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in South Whittier is $2,279 per month, a 1.38% increase from last years average of $2,248.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in South Whittier?

In South Whittier, studios rent for $1,727 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,092 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,495 per month.

What is the average apartment size in South Whittier?

The typical apartment in South Whittier offers about 812 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in South Whittier?

Studio apartments in South Whittier average 535 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 684 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 947 sq. ft.

South Whittier, CA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in South Whittier?

The typical rent budget in South Whittier ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 46% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in South Whittier?

In South Whittier, 36% of households rent while 64% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 22, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in South Whittier is $2,279, a 1.38% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,248.

Studio Apartments at $1,727 offer the most budget-friendly option with 535 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 684 square feet for $2,092, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,495 offer 947 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in South Whittier, CA

Last updated: February 22, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,279	812 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,727	535 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,092	684 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,495	947 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

South Whittier, CA rent trends

Rental prices in South Whittier, CA have increased by 1.38% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,248 to $2,279.

What's the typical rent budget in South Whittier, CA?

The largest share of rentals in South Whittier, CA (46%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in South Whittier, CA?

5,367 or 36% of the households in South Whittier, CA are renter-occupied while 9,733 or 64% are owner-occupied.

How South Whittier Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
South Whittier	$2,279
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
Hacienda Heights	$2,313
Rowland Heights	$2,206

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 South Whittier 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.