Concord

Background Image

Concord, CA

Area Guide

Where California’s Southwestern-style vibe meets scenic rolling hills.

Bay Area Suburban Scenic Southwestern Vibe

Located in Contra Costa County, Concord combines suburban comfort with convenient access to the San Francisco Bay Area. The downtown area centers around Todos Santos Plaza, home to weekly farmers' markets and summer concerts. The rental market offers apartments and houses to fit various needs, with current average rents ranging from $1,888 for one-bedroom units to $3,220 for four-bedroom homes. Recent data shows studio apartments experienced a 5.4% rent increase year-over-year, reflecting the area's steady rental market.

Outdoor recreation abounds with Mount Diablo State Park and Lime Ridge Open Space nearby, offering hiking trails and natural areas to explore. The Concord Pavilion hosts concerts and events throughout the year, while Sunvalley Shopping Center provides retail options. The area is served by the Mount Diablo Unified School District, with several private school options also available. Two BART stations connect residents to San Francisco and the greater Bay Area. The downtown area continues to grow with new residential developments that blend suburban living with city conveniences. Local events like the Concord Jazz Festival celebrate the city's rich musical heritage and connection to jazz legend Dave Brubeck.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Concord, CA is $1,656 for a studio, $1,897 for one bedroom, $2,234 for two bedrooms, and $2,762 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Concord has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,897/month
648 Sq Ft
House
$3,742/month
1,559 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,590/month
886 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,647/month
1,094 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Concord, CA

Transportation

67

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

35

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

58

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Monte Gardens Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

539 Students

Highlands Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

492 Students

Woodside Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

278 Students

Mountain View Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

216 Students

Holbrook Language Academy

Public

Grades K-8

425 Students

Pine Hollow Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

589 Students

Holbrook Language Academy

Public

Grades K-8

425 Students

El Dorado Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

832 Students

Oak Grove Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

720 Students

Floyd I. Marchus School

Public

Grades K-12

46 Students

Concord High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,167 Students

Ygnacio Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,172 Students

Mt. Diablo High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,498 Students

Floyd I. Marchus School

Public

Grades K-12

46 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Markham Nature Park and Arboretum
  • Arbolado Park
  • The Ruth Bancroft Garden
  • Gardens at Heather Farm
  • Heather Farm Park

Airports

  • Metro Oakland International
  • San Francisco International

Top Apartments in Concord

Houses for Rent in Concord

Property Management Companies in Concord, CA

Search Nearby Rentals

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.