Irvine market rental trends report

Over the past 3 to 6 months, Irvine rents have continued a modest upward trend, generally increasing around 1–3%, as demand has remained strong into early 2026. This growth is driven by consistent demand for professionally managed, amenity-rich apartments, Irvine’s strong employment base, and limited new supply relative to demand. While new developments have added some inventory, they have not been sufficient to significantly ease pricing pressure. Overall, the market remains balanced but firm, with steady, controlled rent growth rather than sharp increases. As of Q1 2026, the median rent in Irvine is approximately $2,800 per month.

Apartment listings

Below are some recent listing examples.

Park Place Apartments

• Studio / 1 Bath
• Sq Ft: 640
• Rent: $2,545

The Alton

• 1 Bed / 1 Bath
• Sq Ft: 648
• Rent: $2,712

Avella Apartment Homes

• 2 Beds / 2 Baths
• Sq Ft: 1,008
• Rent: $3,640

Santa Rosa Apartment Homes

• 3 Beds/ 2.5 Baths
• Sq Ft: 1,534
• Rent: $4,995

(Data sourced from Apartments.com)