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  • a living room with a gray couch and two gray chairs at Harvard Manor, Irvine, CA
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    21 California Avenue, Irvine, CA 92612
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    1 BED $2,560+
  • A living room with a yellow couch and a coffee table.
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    401 Rockefeller, Irvine, CA 92612
    1 BED $3,918+
    2 BEDS $4,318+
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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    50 Eastshore, Irvine, CA 92604
    1 BED $2,414+
    2 BEDS $2,940+
    3 BEDS $3,785+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    4 Austin, Irvine, CA 92604
    1 BED $2,310+
    2 BEDS $2,660+
    3 BEDS $3,530+
  • an open kitchen and living room with a dining area and a table
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    2555 Main Street, Irvine, CA 92614
    1 BED $2,685
    2 BEDS $3,400+
    3 BEDS $4,600
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    2700 Main Street, Irvine, CA 92614
    1 BED $2,786+
    2 BEDS $4,111+
  • a living room with a fireplace and a television
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    18880 Douglas, Irvine, CA 92612
    2 BEDS $3,800+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    2750 Kelvin Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614
    STUDIO $2,180+
    1 BED $2,509+
    2 BEDS $3,152+
  • a living room with blue couches and chairs and a table
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    17600 Cartwright Rd, Irvine, CA 92614
    STUDIO $2,608+
    1 BED $2,774+
    2 BEDS $3,834+
  • A living room with a red couch and a striped coffee table.
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    2055 Main Street, Irvine, CA 92614
    STUDIO $2,995+
    1 BED $3,410+
    2 BEDS $4,150+
  • A living room with a brown leather couch and a glass coffee table.
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    3301 Michelson Dr., Irvine, CA 92612
    STUDIO $2,650+
    1 BED $2,699+
    2 BEDS $3,848
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  • A modern living room with a round sofa and chairs.
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    2100 SULLIVAN, IRVINE, CA 92614
    STUDIO $2,900
    1 BED $3,057+
    2 BEDS $3,843+
  • A modern living room with a white sofa set and a large painting on the wall.
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    1100 Volar, Irvine, CA 92612
    1 BED $3,320+
    2 BEDS $4,175+
    3 BEDS $5,260+
  • A modern living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
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    1000 Elements Way, Irvine, CA 92612
    1 BED $3,068+
    2 BEDS $3,953+
    3 BEDS $5,078
  • A house with a brown roof and a grey garage door.
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    #98/#92, Irvine, CA 92612-1665
    STUDIO $3,800
  • A kitchen with a sink and a window.
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    104 Okra, Irvine, CA 92618
    3 BEDS $5,200
  • a living room with green walls and a blue couch
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    99 Talisman, Irvine, CA 92620
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  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a book shelf
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    3100 Vision Street, Irvine, CA 92618
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  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    2810 WARNER AVE, IRVINE, CA 92606
    STUDIO $753+
  • A spacious living room with a large table and chairs.
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    3100 Martin Street, Irvine, CA 92612
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    1 BED $2,597
    2 BEDS $3,950
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    100 Santorini, Irvine, CA 92606
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    17 Sarena, Irvine, CA 92612
    3 BEDS $5,795
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stone backsplash.
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    64 Pathway, Irvine, CA 92618
    2 BEDS $3,376
  • A spacious kitchen with a dining table set for four.
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    11 Zephyr, Irvine, CA 92602
    4 BEDS $7,900
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white dishwasher.
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    18745 Paseo Picasso, Irvine, CA 92603
    3 BEDS $4,975
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Irvine, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Irvine, CA have decreased by 0.17% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,242 to $3,236.

Check out the average rent prices in Irvine by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Irvine, CA is $3,236.

Average rent in Irvine, CA

$3,236/mo Irvine, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Irvine, CA is $3,236.

    What's the typical rent budget in Irvine, CA?

    About 34% of apartment rents in Irvine, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 61% of apartments. Around 4% of Irvine’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Irvine, CA (61%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Irvine, CA

    17 /100
    Car-Dependent
    37 /100
    Some Transit
    56 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 17, Transit Score®: 37, Bike Score®: 56

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Irvine, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Irvine, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Irvine, CA?

    The best apartments in Irvine, CA are: Harvard Manor, Astoria at Central Park West, Woodbridge, Heritage Point and Main Street Village.

    What is the average rent in Irvine, CA?

    The average rent in Irvine, CA is $3,282.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Irvine, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Irvine, CA is between $753 and $5,378.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Irvine, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Irvine, CA is between $2,280 and $10,473.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Irvine, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Irvine, CA is between $2,608 and $19,362.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Irvine, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Irvine, CA is between $3,530 and $19,362.

    What type of rental buildings are in Irvine, CA?

    In Irvine 56% of the housing is rented out compared to 44% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 37% of Irvine’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 47% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Irvine, 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 Irvine are about 22 years old, on average. Of these, 67% 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 4 stories. About 92% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 17% are mid-rises, and 0.5% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Irvine, CA?

    Studio apartments in Irvine are around 4% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 40% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 49% 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 Irvine, CA

    Living in location

    In the heart of southern California are the apartments for rent in Irvine, a mid-sized city that distinguishes itself from neighboring metros with a carefully designed system of parks and interconnected bike trails. Specifically, renters in Irvine are about 40 miles southeast of Los Angeles. When not commuting, renters often establish lucrative careers in manufacturing, legal, financial, and professional services, as well as software and medical research firms. Here, the University of California - Irvine, Blizzard Entertainment and Edwards Lifesciences are three major employers. Renting in Irvine attracts outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy live concerts; waterparks; and world-class museums, like the esteemed Irvine Museum and Turtle Rock Nature Center. Irvine also has a diverse culinary scene spanning Brazilian, Taiwanese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Korean cuisines. Renters with families are serviced by the Irvine Unified School District.

    The city's diverse demographic is reflected in its array of cultural festivals, bringing together people from all walks of life to celebrate heritage, art, and community. These events are complemented by a dynamic art scene that features galleries, outdoor sculptures, and a public arts program. For the active and health-conscious, Irvine's numerous gyms, yoga studios, and wellness centers offer a sanctuary for the body and mind. Whether it's the serenity of the city's green spaces, the thrill of its entertainment options, or the promise of a career in its booming industries, Irvine has the perfect blend of work-life balance.

    Renting in Irvine, CA

    Renting in Irvine can be as busy or as secluded as you desire. For instance, the neighborhood of Northwood has single-family houses, townhouses, and apartments for rent with craftsman and Spanish revival-style architecture within close proximity to the Irvine Spectrum Center and Jeffery Open Space Trail. Or, Oak Creek is a beautiful and quiet neighborhood with craftsman-style houses for rent near the Oak Creek Golf Club and Oak Creek Community Park, while University Park offers contemporary house rentals with amazing views provided by Turtle Rock Preserve and William R. Mason Regional Park. Meanwhile, Westpark provides Spanish revival houses for rent close to the Bill Barber Memorial Park and Crossroads Shopping Mall or, for modern rentals near the beach and a local art scene, Woodbridge has single-family houses, townhouses and apartments for rent.

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    Shopping in Irvine, CA

    The Irvine Spectrum Center is the premiere shopping destination of choice when renting in Irvine, complete with Macy's, Nordstrom's, Target, boutique stores, a giant carousel and Edwards 21 Cinemas. Other popular stores include Francesca's, Let Go Boutique and Anthropologie. Otherwise, for everyday errands, renters shop at Woodbury Town Center (with The Home Depot, HomeGoods and Walgreens) or University Center (featuring Trader Joe's). Kohl's, Marshalls and Walmart are available, as well. And, for a taste of local flavors, head to Orange County Great Park Farmers' Market, Irvine Farmers' Market and Tanaka Farms. There are also separate Chinese, Japanese and Korean food markets, as well as a Whole Foods.

    Transportation in Irvine, CA

    The apartments rentals in Irvine have easy access to interstates 5 and 405, which run southeast-northwest through the center of town and connect renters with routes 73, 133 and 241. Due to its widespread suburban layout with vast parks and greenspaces, owning a car is strongly recommended when renting in Irvine. However, Orange County Transportation Authority offers renters seven bus routes; an iShuttle; and alternative options, like ACCESS and TRIPS for senior renters and those with disabilities. Renters can also stay connected up and down coastal California using Amtrak and Metrolink services, and Uber and Lyft are the two most popular ridesharing apps in Irvine. Irvine is also a very bike-friendly city and it's legal for renters to ride their bikes on the curb. Finally, John Wayne Airport accommodates renters in need of air travel.

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