Average Rent in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Apartments & Houses by Size
Unlock the Atlas
Subscribers see more data, more boundaries, and richer insight.
Rancho Palos Verdes offers a distinctive coastal rental market that blends upscale living with breathtaking ocean vistas and abundant natural parks. Prospective renters appreciate the quiet, family‑oriented neighborhoods such as the Peninsula Club and Palos Verdes Estates, while still being a short drive from the vibrant cultural scene of nearby Torrance and the bustling harbor at Redondo Beach. Iconic landmarks like Wayfarers Chapel, the South Coast Botanic Garden, and the scenic cliffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula add to the area’s allure, making it a desirable location for professionals and retirees alike who seek a balance of serenity and convenience.
The rental inventory in Rancho Palos Verdes includes a mix of modern apartments and spacious single‑family homes. One‑bedroom apartments typically rent in the $2700s, while two‑bedroom units move toward the $3200s range, and larger three‑bedroom apartments command rents in the $4800s. For those preferring a house, one‑bedroom homes are available in the $2500s, three‑bedroom residences are commonly found in the $5600s, and premium four‑plus‑bedroom properties command rates in the $6800‑$7700 range, reflecting the premium views and upscale amenities that many of these homes provide.
Beyond the residences themselves, renters benefit from easy access to top‑rated schools, scenic hiking trails, and the pristine beaches of the Pacific coastline. Proximity to major freeways and commuter rail lines ensures that downtown Los Angeles and the broader Southern California job market remain within reach, cementing Rancho Palos Verdes as a sought‑after rental destination for those valuing both luxury and lifestyle.
Rancho Palos Verdes Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count
Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min – Max | 25th – 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $2,945 | $2,893 | $2,370 – $4,061 | $2,700 – $3,150 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $3,916 | $3,985 | $2,695 – $5,495 | $3,400 – $4,300 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $5,021 | $4,800 | $4,500 – $5,995 | $4,610 – $5,200 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $8,866 | $6,500 | $5,100 – $15,000 | $5,100 – $15,000 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $2,164 | $1,850 | $1,400 – $3,850 | $1,600 – $2,650 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $4,600 | $4,000 | $4,000 – $7,000 | $4,000 – $5,000 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $5,592 | $5,499 | $600 – $9,000 | $4,950 – $6,300 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $8,382 | $7,300 | $4,950 – $25,000 | $6,500 – $8,995 |
Current rent in Rancho Palos Verdes (all property types): Studio $2,132, 1 Bedroom $2,581, 2 Bedroom $4,134, 3 Bedroom $5,551, 4+ Bedroom $7,432.
Map of City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Outlined area shows the city boundary. Shaded regions show where rentals cluster.
About this data
Rent statistics, listings analysis, and visualizations on this page are produced by Rentometer, Inc.
If you cite, share, or republish data from this report, please credit Rentometer.