Last updated on November 13, 2026

Average rent in
Manhattan Beach, CA

Median rent

Median rent in Manhattan Beach

$7,347/mo

increased by29%

vs previous year

The average rent in Manhattan Beach is $7,347 per month as of November 2026. This is 287% above the national average rent, or $5,447 more per month.

$4.55

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Manhattan Beach

32

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Manhattan Beach rentals at each price point

60%45%30%15%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Manhattan Beach, CA

Average rent prices in Manhattan Beach have increased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 29% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Manhattan Beach, CA

Rent prices in Manhattan Beach vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Manhattan Beach is $3,425, whereas a house costs $9,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Manhattan Beach run $2,775 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,500.

Listings

Studio

$2,750

No Change

31%

1 bedroom

$3,072

No Change

10%

2 bedroom

$5,300

19%

23%

3 bedroom

$8,850

6%

4%

4 bedroom

$9,950

No Change

13%

Studio

Average rent

$2,750

Last year

31%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$3,072

Last year

10%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$5,300

Last 30 days

19%

Last year

23%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$8,850

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

4%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$9,950

Last year

13%

Eastside Manhattan Beach

Average rent

$3,500

Sand Section

Average rent

$8,749

Tree Section

Average rent

$5,700

Hill Section

Average rent

$5,600

Manhattan Village

Average rent

$4,100

Apartments

Average rent

$3,425

Last year

19%

Condos

Average rent

$3,795

Last 30 days

300%

Last year

7%

Houses

Average rent

$9,800

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

15%

Rooms

Average rent

$1,922

The table above reflects average rent prices in Manhattan Beach, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Manhattan Beach, CA compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Manhattan Beach and Beverly Hills by all bedroom counts and property types.

Manhattan Beach

Median rent price$7,347
increased by287%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$4,595
increased by142%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Manhattan Beach, CA is 60% higher than the median rent in Beverly Hills, CA.

Discover rentals in Manhattan Beach, CA

1401 Manhattan Beach Blvd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.2

Excellent

1401 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1401 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

1 bed

1 bath

$2,540–$2,740

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1810 12th Street #2X1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Manhattan Beach apartment for rent in Manhattan Beach

2 beds

1 bath

$2,850

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1430 Manhattan Beach Blvd #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Manhattan Beach apartment for rent in Manhattan Beach

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Manhattan Beach With Great Amenities

1430 Manhattan Beach Blvd #1, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

2 beds

1 bath

$3,500

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
1430 Manhattan Beach Blvd #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Manhattan Beach apartment for rent in Manhattan Beach

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Manhattan Beach With Great Amenities

1430 Manhattan Beach Blvd #2, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

2 beds

1 bath

$3,500

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
649 11th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Hill Section house for rent in Manhattan Beach

5 beds

4 baths

$25,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2200 The Strand #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Sand Section condo for rent in Manhattan Beach

2200 The Strand #B, Manhattan Beach

2200 The Strand #B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

3 beds

2 baths

$24,000

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
217 8th Pl #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Sand Section townhouse for rent in Manhattan Beach

3 beds

4 baths

$24,000

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
2200 The Strand #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Sand Section condo for rent in Manhattan Beach

2200 The Strand #A, Manhattan Beach

2200 The Strand #A, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

2 beds

2 baths

$19,000

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
3700 The Strand #B - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Sand Section house for rent in Manhattan Beach

1 bed

1 bath

$4,295

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Moonstone - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.4

Very good

Moonstone

213 Moonstone Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

2 beds

2 baths

$5,300

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
229 1/2 13th St - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Sand Section apartment for rent in Manhattan Beach

Modern 1BR Steps from the Sand – Surfer's Haven

229 1/2 13th St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

1 bed

1 bath

$3,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4100 The Strand - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Sand Section condo for rent in Manhattan Beach

2 beds

1 bath

$7,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1401 Manhattan Beach Blvd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.2

Excellent

1401 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1401 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

1 bed

1 bath

$2,540–$2,740

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1214 Tennyson St. - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

9.2

Excellent

1214 Tennyson St.

1214 Tennyson St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

2 beds

2 baths

$4,995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1150 Manhattan Beach Blvd #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Manhattan Beach apartment for rent in Manhattan Beach

Large 1 Bedroom Private Garage in Center of MB

1150 Manhattan Beach Blvd #4, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

1 bed

1 bath

$2,925

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1204 Elm Ave - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Tree Section house for rent in Manhattan Beach

3 beds

3 baths

$7,700

Price dropped $500Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1551 Artesia Blvd #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Manhattan Beach apartment for rent in Manhattan Beach

3BR/2.5BA

1551 Artesia Blvd #3, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

3 beds

2.5 baths

$5,250

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1204 Elm Ave - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Tree Section house for rent in Manhattan Beach

3 beds

3 baths

$7,700

Price dropped $500Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Moonstone - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.4

Very good

Moonstone

213 Moonstone Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

2 beds

2 baths

$5,300

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
229 1/2 13th St - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Sand Section apartment for rent in Manhattan Beach

Modern 1BR Steps from the Sand – Surfer's Haven

229 1/2 13th St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

1 bed

1 bath

$3,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Manhattan Beach, CA

Quick answers to common questions about the Manhattan Beach rental market.

How much is rent in Manhattan Beach?

The average rent in Manhattan Beach is $7,347 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Manhattan Beach?

Average rent prices in Manhattan Beach have increased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 29% since last year.

How does Manhattan Beach rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Manhattan Beach is 287% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $5,447 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Manhattan Beach?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Manhattan Beach are Eastside Manhattan Beach ($3,500/mo), Manhattan Village ($4,100/mo), and Hill Section ($5,600/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Manhattan Beach?

To comfortably afford rent in Manhattan Beach, you'd need to earn approximately $294,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Manhattan Beach?

Fall months offer the best rental deals in Manhattan Beach, with October seeing the lowest rents of the year. December shows the least competition with lower demand, while June has the highest rents with a 16.9% difference between peak and off-peak months.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).