The Asher
1031 Walnut Ave,
Fremont, CA 94536
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Rental Market Trends in Fremont, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Fremont, CA is $2,670/month.
Rent in Fremont is 60% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,670/month
Average Rent
673 Sq Ft
Average Size
+6%
Change / Year
615
Available Apartments
Fremont rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Fremont average $2,294 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Fremont average $2,670 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Fremont average $3,260 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Fremont average $3,970 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Fremont, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 6%, which averages out to $161 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Fremont, 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
4%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
4%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
91%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fremont?
Based on current rent prices, Baylands, Cherry-Guardino and Warm Springs are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fremont.
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Which Fremont neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Fremont with the most apartments available are Central Downtown, Baylands and Cherry-Guardino .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fremont, CA?
Because the average rent in Fremont is $2,670, you’ll want to make about $8,900 per month or $106,800 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 Fremont, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Fremont, 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 Fremont Area GuideStudio
$1,942/month
$3,024/month
One Bedroom
$2,217/month
$3,360/month
Two Bedroom
$2,681/month
$3,842/month
Three Bedroom
-
$4,817/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Newark
Avg Rent: $2,496/month
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Union City
Avg Rent: $2,520/month
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Hayward
Avg Rent: $2,127/month
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East Palo Alto
Avg Rent: $2,260/month
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Milpitas
Avg Rent: $3,173/month
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Sunnyvale
Avg Rent: $3,141/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Fremont?
The average rent in Fremont is $2,670 per month, which is 60.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Fremont?
The average rent for a house in Fremont, CA is $3,957 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Fremont?
Rents in Fremont, CA are increasing, with prices up 6.0% year-over-year and $161 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Fremont?
In Fremont, CA, 91% 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.