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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Newport Beach, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Newport Beach, CA rent fell 14.8% year over year, with a current median of $6,775/month. Renters today are paying $1,175 less per month on average than last year, reflecting a cooldown after recent peaks.
Vs. national rents
Newport Beach runs roughly 3.6 times the $1,900/month national median, placing it among the priciest coastal metros in the country with a total of 79 rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Newport Beach start around $2,175/month, 1-bedrooms at $2,818/month, and 2-bedrooms at $4,750/month, rising to $8,900 for 3-bedrooms and $17,500 for 4+ bedrooms. Houses rent for a median of $11,000/month, while apartments sit at $3,995/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Shorecliffs rents fell 85.2% year over year to $7,400/month across 23 rentals, a stark contrast to the citywide decline of 14.8%. Nearby One Ford Road and Castaways also saw declines over 79%, showing localized market shifts within Newport Beach.
Median rent
Median rent in Newport Beach
$6,775/mo
15%vs previous year
The average rent in Newport Beach is $6,775 per month as of October 2026. This is 257% above the national average rent, or $4,875 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Newport Beach
79
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Newport Beach rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Newport Beach, CA
Average rent prices in Newport Beach have increased by 30% over the last month and have decreased by 15% 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
Newport Beach, CA
Rent prices in Newport Beach vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Newport Beach is $3,995, whereas a house costs $11,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Newport Beach run $2,731 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,997.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,175 | No Change |  9% | |
1 bedroom | $2,817 | 4% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $4,750 | 8% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $8,900 | 14% | 12% | |
4 bedroom | $17,500 | 14% | 18% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Balboa Island | $5,500 | |
Balboa Peninsula Point | $11,497 | |
Central Newport Beach | $5,500 | |
Cliff Haven | $3,570 | |
Crystal Cove | $7,850 | |
Lido Isle | $3,595 | |
Newport Shores | $3,388 | |
North Harbor View | $10,000 | |
Tesoro | $5,200 | |
West Newport Beach | $3,972 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,995 | 17% | No Change | |
Condos | $5,200 | 24% | 17% | |
Houses | $11,000 | 14% | 8% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,175
Last year
9%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,817
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$4,750
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$8,900
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
12%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$17,500
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
18%
Balboa Peninsula Point
Average rent
$11,497
Central Newport Beach
Average rent
$5,500
West Newport Beach
Average rent
$3,972
Balboa Island
Average rent
$5,500
Lido Isle
Average rent
$3,595
Crystal Cove
Average rent
$7,850
North Harbor View
Average rent
$10,000
Tesoro
Average rent
$5,200
Cliff Haven
Average rent
$3,570
Newport Shores
Average rent
$3,388
Apartments
Average rent
$3,995
Last 30 days
17%
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$5,200
Last 30 days
24%
Last year
17%
Houses
Average rent
$11,000
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
8%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Newport 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 Newport Beach, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Newport Beach and Anaheim by all bedroom counts and property types.
Newport Beach
257%higher than the national median
29%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Newport Beach, CA is 177% higher than the median rent in Anaheim, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$2,442
3%$2,308
6%$3,116
2%$2,780
3%$2,595
4%$3,195
$4,400
9%$1,995
5%$3,050
3%$4,099
5%$2,625
3%$2,795
Discover rentals in Newport Beach, CA
2d ago
1000 E Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA 92661
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
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.Apartment for rent
6h ago
1124 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92661
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
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.Apartment for rent
10h ago
126 E Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92661
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,350–$3,695
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1691 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,595–$3,095
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.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Big Canyon house for rent in Newport Beach
5 beds
7 baths
$40,000
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.House for rent
Available Oct 24
5d+ ago
Balboa Peninsula Point house for rent in Newport Beach
5 beds
5.5 baths
$39,995
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
Pelican Hill house for rent in Newport Beach
21 Via Palladio #NA, Newport Beach, CA 92657
5 beds
6 baths
$39,000
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.House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Balboa Peninsula Point house for rent in Newport Beach
900 E Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92661
4 beds
4.5 baths
$36,500
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.House for rent
Available Jan 1
15h ago
Verified
919 Bayside Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$4,895–$9,950
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1691 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,595–$3,095
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.Apartment for rent
15h ago
843 W 15th St, Newport Beach, CA 92663
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,735–$3,460
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Newport Beach
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,110
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1691 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,595–$3,095
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.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
131 Opal Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92662
5 beds
2 baths
$6,195
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.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
919 Bayside Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$4,895–$9,950
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.Apartment for rent
15h ago
843 W 15th St, Newport Beach, CA 92663
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,735–$3,460
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1691 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,595–$3,095
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mariners Mile condo for rent in Newport Beach
4 beds
2 baths
$24,900
Price dropped $3,100Fees 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.Condo for rent
15h ago
843 W 15th St, Newport Beach, CA 92663
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,735–$3,460
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
126 E Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92661
2 beds
1 bath
$3,695
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.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Newport Beach, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Newport Beach rental market.
How much is rent in Newport Beach?
The average rent in Newport Beach is $6,775 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Newport Beach?
Average rent prices in Newport Beach have increased by 30% over the last month and have decreased by 15% since last year.
How does Newport Beach rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Newport Beach is 257% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $4,875 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Newport Beach?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Newport Beach are Newport Shores ($3,388/mo), Cliff Haven ($3,570/mo), and Lido Isle ($3,595/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Newport Beach?
To comfortably afford rent in Newport Beach, you'd need to earn approximately $271,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Newport Beach?
February offers the best rental deals in Newport Beach, with the lowest rents of the year running about 16% below August peak pricing. December also provides good opportunities with the least competition, while June and May see the highest demand relative to available inventory.
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).