Fremont

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Fremont, CA

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A commuter’s dream nearing the Silicon Valley on the San Francisco Bay

Commuter Public Transit Bayfront Parks Family-Friendly Great Schools

Fremont, positioned in the San Francisco Bay Area, combines suburban living with innovation and technology. As home to the Tesla Factory, the city maintains a strong industrial presence while offering numerous parks and outdoor spaces. Lake Elizabeth in Central Park provides recreational opportunities, while Mission Peak's trails showcase panoramic Bay Area views. The rental market remains competitive, with average rents ranging from $2,204 for studios to $3,770 for three-bedroom homes, with year-over-year increases between 1.5% and 4.4%.

The city's five districts each offer distinct characteristics. Historic Niles preserves its early film industry heritage, while Mission San Jose features the restored Mission San José, an architectural landmark from 1797. The Warm Springs area has developed into a technology center, and Central Fremont includes shopping destinations like the Fremont Hub and Pacific Commons. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Coyote Hills Regional Park and Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge. Located between Silicon Valley and the East Bay, Fremont combines convenient access to major employment centers with well-maintained neighborhoods and parks.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Fremont, CA is $2,214 for a studio, $2,480 for one bedroom, $3,039 for two bedrooms, and $3,769 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fremont has increased by 2.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,480/month
675 Sq Ft
House
$4,103/month
1,736 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,090/month
931 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,339/month
1,400 Sq Ft
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Transportation

55

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.

37

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

57

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

Mission Valley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

478 Students

Forest Park Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

883 Students

Warwick Elementary

Public

Grades 1-5

875 Students

Ardenwood Elementary

Public

Grades 1-5

778 Students

Warm Springs Elementary

Public

Grades 3-5

655 Students

John M. Horner Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,562 Students

Thornton Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,302 Students

William Hopkins Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

909 Students

Centerville Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

946 Students

G. M. Walters Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,071 Students

American High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,501 Students

Irvington High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,207 Students

Mission San Jose High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,878 Students

Washington High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,931 Students

John F. Kennedy High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,347 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Central Park (Lake Elizabeth)
  • Ardenwood Historic Farm
  • Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area
  • Alameda Creek Regional Trail
  • Niles Community Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
  • Metro Oakland International

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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.