Bayview
6701 Shellmound St,
Emeryville, CA 94608
Studio - 3 Beds | $3,613 - $5,222
Rental Market Trends in Emeryville, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Emeryville, CA is $3,064/month.
Rent in Emeryville is 84% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,064/month
Average Rent
699 Sq Ft
Average Size
+11.2%
Change / Year
116
Available Apartments
Emeryville rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Emeryville average $2,654 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Emeryville average $3,064 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Emeryville average $3,767 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Emeryville average $4,522 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Emeryville, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 11.2%, which averages out to $345 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Emeryville, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
4%
Below $700/month
11%
$700 - $1,000/month
11%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
7%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
67%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Emeryville, CA?
Because the average rent in Emeryville is $3,064, you’ll want to make about $10,213 per month or $122,556 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 Emeryville, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Emeryville, 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 Emeryville Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Berkeley
Avg Rent: $2,335/month
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Albany
Avg Rent: $1,749/month
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Piedmont
Avg Rent: $2,194/month
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Oakland
Avg Rent: $2,203/month
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Kensington
Avg Rent: $1,504/month
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El Cerrito
Avg Rent: $2,339/month
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Alameda
Avg Rent: $2,563/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Emeryville?
The average rent in Emeryville is $3,064 per month, which is 84.0% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Emeryville?
The average rent for a house in Emeryville, CA is $4,757 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Emeryville?
The average rent for a condo in Emeryville, CA is $2,295 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Emeryville?
Rents in Emeryville, CA are increasing, with prices up 11.2% year-over-year and $345 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Emeryville?
In Emeryville, CA, 67% 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.