4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Irvine, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Irvine, California as of August 2026. That's +73% higher than the citywide median of $3,465 and +137% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Irvine
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Irvine
Compare Irvine's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,879 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,991 |
| 5 | California City | $2,070 |
| 6 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 7 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 8 | Maywood | $2,169 |
| 9 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 10 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 11 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 12 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 13 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 14 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 15 | Eureka | $2,280 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $6,455 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 10 | Irvine (this page) | $5,986 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 12 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 13 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 14 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
| 15 | Chula Vista | $5,738 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Irvine.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Irvine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin, CA | 3.6 mi | $4,970 | $-1,016 (-17%) |
| Laguna Woods, CA | 6.3 mi | $4,320 | $-1,666 (-28%) |
| Santa Ana, CA | 7.3 mi | $4,045 | $-1,941 (-32%) |
| Lake Forest, CA | 7.3 mi | $5,345 | $-641 (-11%) |
| Laguna Beach, CA | 8.1 mi | $5,770 | $-216 (-4%) |
| Newport Beach, CA | 8.5 mi | $6,188 | +$202 (+3%) |
| Aliso Viejo, CA | 8.5 mi | $5,530 | $-456 (-8%) |
| Orange, CA | 8.8 mi | $4,456 | $-1,530 (-26%) |
| Laguna Hills, CA | 9 mi | $5,210 | $-776 (-13%) |
| Fountain Valley, CA | 11.5 mi | $5,030 | $-956 (-16%) |
| Anaheim, CA | 12.1 mi | $4,547 | $-1,439 (-24%) |
| Laguna Niguel, CA | 12.4 mi | $5,430 | $-556 (-9%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Irvine — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Irvine?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Irvine, California is $5,986 per month. This is +73% higher than the citywide median of $3,465.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Irvine?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $239,440 ($19,953/month gross), which works out to roughly $115.12/hour at a full-time job.
Is Irvine expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Irvine's 4+ bedroom median of $5,986 is +137% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 100th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Irvine rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 379 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Irvine ranks #370 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Irvine?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Tustin ($4,970), Laguna Woods ($4,320), Santa Ana ($4,045).