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Rental Market Trends in Alameda, CA

What is the average rent in Alameda, CA?

$2,566/month

Average Rent

703 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+3.8%

Increase in the Last Year

Alameda, CA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Alameda, CA is $2,566 per month. This is 56% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/month, making Alameda one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Alameda average $2,109 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Alameda average $2,566 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Alameda average $2,953 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Alameda average $3,736 or more per month.

Data Updated: June, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,109/month
541 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,566/month
703 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,953/month
895 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,736/month
1,201 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,305/month
517 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,425/month
1,135 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,405/month
605 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,106/month
651 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Alameda, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.8%, which averages out to $99 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Alameda, CA
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Alameda, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
2% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
22% $1,501 - $2,000/month
51% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alameda?

Based on current rent prices, South Shore and West Alameda" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Alameda.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Shore
$2,995/month
716 Sq Ft
West Alameda
$3,156/month
734 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Alameda?

Based on current rent prices, West Alameda and South Shore" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Alameda.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Alameda
$3,156/month
734 Sq Ft
South Shore
$2,995/month
716 Sq Ft

Which Alameda neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Alameda with the most apartments available are West Alameda and South Shore" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Alameda
$3,156/month
734 Sq Ft
South Shore
$2,995/month
716 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Alameda, CA?

Because the average rent in Alameda is $2,566, you’ll want to make about $8,553 per month or $102,636 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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How does Alameda, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Alameda, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

South Shore

Alameda, CA

West Alameda

Alameda, CA

Studio
$2,347/month
$2,160/month
One Bedroom
$2,576/month
$2,637/month
Two Bedroom
$3,189/month
$2,848/month
Three Bedroom
$2,806/month
$4,043/month
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Apartment communities in Alameda we think you'll love

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Fourth Street East

150 4th St,
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$2,462 - $4,642 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 3 Beds

Portico Waterfront

Portico Waterfront

37 8th Ave,
Oakland, CA 94606

$2,361 - $7,625

Studio - 3 Beds

Launch

Launch

1777 Clement Ave,
Alameda, CA 94501

$2,399 - $6,013 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 2 Beds

Shoreline Apartments

Shoreline Apartments

1801 Shoreline Dr,
Alameda, CA 94501

$1,995 - $2,995

Studio - 2 Beds

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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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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