Average Rent in 92101, San Diego, CA

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Current Versus Historical 92101, San Diego, CA Rents

92101 rentals average $2,999 for a studio rental to $19,750 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,450, or roughly $5 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in January 2025, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $3,404 (161.27%) year-over-year from $2,111 to $5,515. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $962 (35.62%) year-over-year from $2,702 to $3,664. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $916 (23.29%) year-over-year from $3,932 to $4,848. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,053 (15.15%) year-over-year from $6,945 to $7,998. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $9,632 (95.20%) year-over-year from $10,118 to $19,750. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 23.17% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.48% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.04% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 22.15% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.23% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jan 2025 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $5.47 $5,515 $2,111 (161.27%) $3,593 (53.51%)
1 BR $5.04 $3,664 $2,702 (35.62%) $2,407 (52.23%)
2 BR $4.82 $4,848 $3,932 (23.29%) $3,417 (41.88%)
3 BR $5.51 $7,998 $6,945 (15.15%) $5,688 (40.59%)
4+ BR $3.39 $19,750 $10,118 (95.20%) $5,719 (245.33%)

Historical Rents in 92101, San Diego, CA

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Top Cities Near 92101

There are a total of 10 cities nearby 92101. The average rent in 92101 is currently $4,860 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Laguna Woods, CA, with an average rent of $3,000, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 92101, San Diego, CA is Coronado, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $8,000 per month.

Let's compare 92101, San Diego, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 28.12% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 92101, San Diego, CA are about 30.16% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 54.57% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities near 92101, San Diego, CA in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Laguna Woods, CA N/A $2,338 $3,050 $3,000
Chula Vista, CA $1,600 $1,575 $2,998 $3,963
Oceanside, CA N/A $2,575 $4,200 $4,200
San Diego, CA $2,900 $3,250 $4,450 $4,650
San Clemente, CA $2,450 $2,580 $4,100 $4,800
Lake Forest, CA N/A $2,524 $3,038 $4,920
Laguna Niguel, CA N/A $2,775 $3,995 $5,200
Carlsbad, CA N/A $3,550 $3,950 $5,500
Dana Point, CA N/A $3,300 $4,825 $6,500
Coronado, CA $6,250 $6,500 $7,500 $8,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 92101

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near 92101. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near 92101, San Diego, CA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near 92101, San Diego, CA is currently around $5,100 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 92101's average rent, which is only $4,450. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 92101, East Village has the most affordable average rent at $4,100 per month. Whereas, at $6,100 average rent per month, Orange County Great Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 92101. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
East Village, San Diego, CA $2,550 $3,713 $5,575 $4,100
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA N/A N/A N/A $6,100

Top Counties Near 92101

There are a total of 2 counties located by 92101, San Diego, CA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $5,200. That's roughly around $4 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is San Diego, CA. It's average rent per month is $5,200. Vice versa, with an average rent of $5,200, San Diego, CA is the most expensive county by 92101, San Diego, CA.

Typically, rent for studios in 92101, San Diego, CA is 9.12% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 92101, San Diego, CA is 6.04% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 92101, San Diego, CA is 22.35% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 1 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
San Diego, CA $2,726 $3,500 $4,500 $5,200

Top Zipcodes Near 92101



You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
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Frequently Asked Questions - 92101 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for 92101, San Diego, CA apartments for rent is approximately $4,450. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 92101, San Diego, CA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 92101, San Diego, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,999 and an average price per square feet of $5.47. There are a total of 5 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 92101.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,725 and an average price per square feet of $5.04. There are a total of 65 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92101.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 92101, San Diego, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $5,795 and an average price per square feet of $4.82. There are a total of 71 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 92101.
How have rent prices in 92101, San Diego, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 92101, San Diego, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 1.61%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.36%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.23%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 92101, San Diego, CA?
A reasonable rent price in 92101, San Diego, CA is around $3,560/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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