Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 12/16/2025
Irvine, California, offers a vibrant rental landscape that blends suburban charm with urban convenience, making it a top choice for professionals, families, and students alike. The city’s well‑planned communities, top‑rated schools, and easy access to major employment hubs such as the Irvine Business Complex and the University of California, Irvine create a strong demand for quality housing. Residents enjoy a variety of lifestyle options, from walkable neighborhoods near the Irvine Spectrum Center to quiet, leafy streets in Woodbridge and Turtle Rock. With a balanced mix of apartments and single‑family homes, renters can find accommodations that suit both active social lives and tranquil family settings.
The rental market reflects this diversity, with studio apartments typically priced in the $2600s and one‑bedroom units around the $2900s, while larger three‑ and four‑plus bedroom apartments command rates in the $4600s and $6200s respectively. Single‑family homes start in the $2100s for one‑bedroom units, with two‑ and three‑bedroom houses averaging in the $4100s and $5100s, and premium four‑plus bedroom homes reaching the $7300s range. Neighborhoods such as University Town Center, Quail Hill, and Portola Springs provide a range of amenities and commuting options, ensuring renters can select a setting that aligns with their lifestyle and budget while enjoying the high quality of life that Irvine consistently delivers.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $2,570 | $2,579 | $2,249 - $3,090 | $2,470 - $2,610 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $3,003 | $2,925 | $1,270 - $5,055 | $2,705 - $3,240 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $3,628 | $3,524 | $2,600 - $6,965 | $3,260 - $3,950 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $4,873 | $4,726 | $3,755 - $10,612 | $4,100 - $5,300 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $5,581 | $5,495 | $4,780 - $6,500 | $4,900 - $6,200 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $2,118 | $2,250 | $1,100 - $2,950 | $1,600 - $2,750 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $4,345 | $3,900 | $2,700 - $14,500 | $3,600 - $4,280 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $5,154 | $4,900 | $500 - $9,000 | $4,500 - $5,600 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $7,046 | $6,500 | $4,350 - $20,000 | $5,600 - $7,500 |
In the current period, the average rent in Irvine was $2,570 for Studio, $2,898 for 1 Bedroom, $3,794 for 2 Bedroom, $5,073 for 3 Bedroom, and $6,547 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.