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Average rent in Brea, CA

$2,602/mo Brea, CA average rental price, May 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Brea, CA is $2,602.

Brea, CA apartment rent ranges

About 38% of apartment rents in Brea, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 17% of apartments. Around 33% of Brea’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 12% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

Brea, CA rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,761, the average rent in Brea, CA is $2,602.

Getting around in Brea, CA

13 /100

Car-Dependent

45 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 13, Bike Score®: 45

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in Brea, CA were last updated on 16 Jun 2025.

What are the best apartments in Brea, CA?

The best apartments in Brea, CA are: HERITAGE PLAZA, Joule La Floresta, 500 S. Kraemer Blvd.,, Poplar Townhomes and 221 E. Ash St.

What is the average rent in Brea, CA?

The average rent in Brea, CA is $2,523.

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

The price range for a studio apartment in Brea, CA is between $2,195 and $2,295.

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

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Brea, CA is between $1,740 and $4,411.

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

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Brea, CA is between $2,020 and $5,126.

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

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Brea, CA is between $2,896 and $5,126.

What type of rental buildings are in Brea, CA?

In Brea 40% of the housing is rented out compared to 60% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 36% of Brea’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 45% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 19% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Brea, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in Brea is 35 years old, with 24% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 2 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, 5% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Brea, CA?

Rental apartments in Brea come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 7% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 48% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 42% of all rentals in Brea. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Brea, CA

Brea is a small California town that is only about 40 minutes away from downtown Los Angeles. Renters who live in Brea enjoy its small-town charm, excellent public school system and a six-mile drive to nearby Anaheim, where Disneyland Park, Universal Studios Hollywood and other theme parks are located. For those renting apartments in Brea, there are quite a few natural preserves for nature lovers including Carbon Canyon Regional Park and Craig Regional Park. It’s a densely suburban and landscaped area with access to many local restaurants, coffee shops and retail venues that aren’t the typical chain stores. The weather in Brea is another big draw for renters, with mild winters and shorter summers that aren’t too hot.

Renting in Brea, CA

Only about a third of the people living in Brea rent their homes. That makes each apartment in Brea very desirable since there aren’t that many to choose from. Most of rental apartments in Brea are found in two- to three-story buildings that are well-maintained and nearby a variety of amenities, such as coffee shops, restaurants and breweries. In addition, most apartment communities have pools, clubhouses and grilling stations. Some neighborhoods, including Blackstone, downtown Brea and Olina Ranch, Brea are great for biking. Many families rent there since the public schools are so close to rental apartments in Brea. Renters having easy access to Huntington Beach in Los Angeles, which is only about 26 miles away, to enjoy that sunny California beach lifestyle.

Shopping in Brea, CA

The Brea Mall is one of the most popular places for renters to shop in town. It has four different anchor stores, including Nordstrom, and around 179 shops for renters to explore in an indoor setting, as well as a movie theater and numerous restaurants. For a grocery store and strip mall experience, there is the Brea Plaza Shopping Center which has Kroger and other outdoor retail shops. Renters like to shop locally in Brea Downtown, which has more specialty style stores with clothing boutiques, dining options and entertainment, like the Edwards movie theater and the Brea Improv for comedy acts. For daily grocery runs, some of the most popular options among renters are Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market and Albertsons.

Transportation in Brea, CA

Brea is not very walkable — except for the downtown area — so most people living in this small town use their cars to get around. The Orange Freeway is the main highway that runs through Brea. Still, the Orange County Transportation Authority runs a public bus system that goes all throughout Brea with seven different routes. For renters who commute to work, that means it’s easy to navigate this bus system to get into Los Angeles. For domestic and international air travel, there are three airports nearby: Orange County Airport, Ontario Airport and the Los Angeles International Airport, otherwise known as LAX, which is about 48 miles away.

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1 BED	$1,740+
2 BEDS	$2,020+

1 BED	$2,896+
2 BEDS	$3,624+
3 BEDS	$4,844+

STUDIO	$1,995
1 BED	$1,995

STUDIO	$150
1 BED	$2,195+
2 BEDS	$2,795+

2 BEDS	Call for pricing
3 BEDS	Call for pricing

STUDIO	Ask for Pricing
1 BED	$2,028+
2 BEDS	$2,432

STUDIO	$1,905+
1 BED	$1,855+
2 BEDS	$2,625+

STUDIO	$1,965+
1 BED	$2,120+
2 BEDS	$2,565+

STUDIO	$1,960+
1 BED	$2,115+
2 BEDS	$2,535+

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