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Average rent in Hermosa Beach, CA

$3,323/mo Hermosa Beach, CA average rental price, March 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Hermosa Beach, CA is $3,323.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,755, the average rent in Hermosa Beach, CA is $3,323.

Getting around in Hermosa Beach, CA

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Walker's Paradise

79 /100

Very Bikeable

Walk Score®: 96, Bike Score®: 79

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Hermosa Beach, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Hermosa Beach, CA were last updated on 19 Apr 2025.

What are the best apartments in Hermosa Beach, CA?

The best apartments in Hermosa Beach, CA are: 200 Pier Avenue, 655 First Place Apartments, 653 1st St and 1325 Manhattan Beach Blvd Apartments, 60 15th St. and 435 Longfellow Avenue.

What is the average rent in Hermosa Beach, CA?

The average rent in Hermosa Beach, CA is $3,291.

What type of rental buildings are in Hermosa Beach, CA?

In Hermosa Beach, 49% of the residents are renting compared to 51% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 18% of Hermosa Beach’s rentals, 60% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Hermosa Beach, CA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Hermosa Beach are about 55 years old, on average. Of these, none have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Hermosa Beach, CA?

Studio apartments in Hermosa Beach are around 7% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 59% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 33% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Hermosa Beach, CA

With a name that means “the beautiful beach,” it should come as no surprise that renters in Hermosa Beach often feel like they’re on vacation year-round. The city features sprawling shoreline landscapes and the laid-back culture that California is known for. In addition, Hermosa Beach is famous for its 1,000-foot Hermosa Beach pier, which attracts locals and visitors alike, while also offering a more relaxed alternative to surrounding beach towns, such as Redondo Beach and Manhattan Beach. Meanwhile, renters with children will appreciate the well-rated public school system and safe living environment, as well as the numerous events and beautiful natural setting of this tight-knit community. Plus, there’s never a dull moment in Hermosa Beach: Renters here have no trouble leaving the comfort of their rental apartment to enjoy the bustling dining, artistic and cultural scene at their doorstep. However, renting an apartment in this paradise-like location comes at a steep price: The cost of living in Hermosa Beach is well above the national average, as well as significantly higher than the notoriously expensive average cost of living in California.

Renting in Hermosa Beach, CA

Hermosa Beach features an urban-suburban mixed environment where there are just as many renters as there are property owners. More precisely, Hermosa Beach is an affluent community in one of the most expensive places in the world. As such, renters will find numerous large estates and luxurious rental properties, perfect for renters who are ready to splurge. Here, rental apartments located closer to the beach tend to be more expensive, but some of the apartments for rent, as well as single-family homes located in the foothills, offer breathtaking views of the ocean. But, if you’re considering a rental property in Hermosa Beach, be prepared for some serious sticker shock: The average rental fees in this sought-after beach town are sky-high, even compared to the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metropolitan area. Also note that, according to rental laws in California, landlords typically require a security deposit with a maximum amount equivalent to up to two times the rent in an unfurnished rental apartment and up to three times the amount of the rent in a furnished apartment (unless otherwise specified in the rental agreement).

Shopping in Hermosa Beach, CA

Hermosa Beach is a relatively small beach town, but you can still find several supermarkets within the city’s borders. They include Ralphs, Vons, and Trader Joe’s, as well as numerous convenience stores and independently owned grocery stores. Nearby, Redondo Beach is also home to numerous national supermarket chains, such as Whole Foods Market and discount store Grocery Outlet.

Transportation in Hermosa Beach, CA

Hermosa Beach is a paradise for renters who prefer to leave their car in the parking of their rental apartment, rather than drive everywhere. No matter where your rental apartment is in Hermosa Beach, renters are able to run most errands on foot and have access to numerous dining, shopping and entertainment options within walking distance. Biking is another great option. Or, Hermosa Beach is also part of several public bus transit systems that offer fixed routes within town and to surrounding communities.

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