The Exchange at Bayfront
2525 Bayfront Blvd,
Hercules, CA 94547
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,023 - $4,359
Rental Market Trends in Hercules, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Hercules, CA is $2,804/month.
Rent in Hercules is 68% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,804/month
Average Rent
762 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.4%
Change / Year
47
Available Apartments
Hercules rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Hercules average $2,403 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Hercules average $2,804 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Hercules average $3,430 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Hercules average $3,874 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Hercules, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.4%, which averages out to $13 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Hercules, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
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Below $700/month
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$700 - $1,000/month
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$1,501 - $2,000/month
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Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hercules?
Based on current rent prices, The Carridor, Village Park and The Waterfront are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hercules.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hercules?
Based on current rent prices, Central, The Waterfront and The Carridor are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hercules.
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Which Hercules neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Hercules with the most apartments available are The Waterfront, Central and The Carridor .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Hercules, CA?
Because the average rent in Hercules is $2,804, you’ll want to make about $9,346 per month or $112,152 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 Hercules, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Hercules, 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 Hercules Area GuideStudio
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$2,638/month
One Bedroom
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$3,138/month
Two Bedroom
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$3,537/month
Three Bedroom
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$4,445/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Pinole
Avg Rent: $1,813/month
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Rodeo
Avg Rent: $1,579/month
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Crockett
Avg Rent: $1,114/month
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El Sobrante
Avg Rent: $2,032/month
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San Pablo
Avg Rent: $1,935/month
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Richmond
Avg Rent: $1,800/month
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El Cerrito
Avg Rent: $2,339/month
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Kensington
Avg Rent: $1,504/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Hercules?
The average rent in Hercules is $2,804 per month, which is 68.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Hercules?
The average rent for a house in Hercules, CA is $3,473 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Hercules?
Rents in Hercules, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.4% year-over-year and $13 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Hercules?
In Hercules, CA, 100% 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.