Westlake Apartments
331 Park Plaza Dr,
Daly City, CA 94015
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,427 - $3,802
Rental Market Trends in Daly City, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Daly City, CA is $2,668/month.
Rent in Daly City is 60% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,668/month
Average Rent
624 Sq Ft
Average Size
+9.6%
Change / Year
208
Available Apartments
Daly City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Daly City average $2,405 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Daly City average $2,668 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Daly City average $3,305 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Daly City average $4,218 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in Daly City, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 9.6%, which averages out to $257 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Daly City, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
9%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
23%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
69%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Daly City?
Based on current rent prices, Broadmoor, Lake Merced and Westlake are the most affordable neighborhoods in Daly City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Daly City?
Based on current rent prices, Serramonte, Lake Merced and Westlake are the most expensive neighborhoods in Daly City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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Which Daly City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Daly City with the most apartments available are Lake Merced, Westlake and Broadmoor .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Daly City, CA?
Because the average rent in Daly City is $2,668, you’ll want to make about $8,893 per month or $106,716 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.
How does Daly City, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Daly City, 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.
View the Daly City Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$2,604/month
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Two Bedroom
$3,555/month
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Three Bedroom
$3,805/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Colma
Avg Rent: $3,559/month
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South San Francisco
Avg Rent: $3,304/month
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Brisbane
Avg Rent: $2,244/month
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San Bruno
Avg Rent: $2,892/month
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Pacifica
Avg Rent: $2,750/month
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Millbrae
Avg Rent: $2,710/month
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San Francisco
Avg Rent: $3,544/month
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Burlingame
Avg Rent: $3,313/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Daly City?
The average rent in Daly City is $2,668 per month, which is 60.3% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Daly City?
The average rent for a house in Daly City, CA is $4,904 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Daly City?
Rents in Daly City, CA are increasing, with prices up 9.6% year-over-year and $257 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Daly City?
In Daly City, CA, 69% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.