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Rental Market Trends in Lafayette, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Lafayette, CA is $2,350/month.

Rent in Lafayette is 41% higher than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,350/month

Average Rent

664 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.1%

Change / Year

256

Available Apartments

Lafayette rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lafayette average $1,917 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lafayette average $2,350 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lafayette average $2,933 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lafayette average $3,468 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,917/month
438 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,350/month
664 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,933/month
914 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,468/month
1,209 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,995/month
1,139 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lafayette, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.1%, which averages out to $73 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lafayette, CA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lafayette, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
11% $1,001 - $1,500/month
11% $1,501 - $2,000/month
79% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Lafayette is $2,350, you’ll want to make about $7,833 per month or $93,996 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.

City

Lafayette, CA

256 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Lafayette, 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

Apartment Communities in Lafayette We Think You'll Love

Park Lafayette

Park Lafayette

3366 Mount Diablo Blvd,
Lafayette, CA 94549

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,960 - $3,090

Walnut Hill

Walnut Hill

1755 Trinity Ave,
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,115 - $3,996

Waymark

Waymark

101 Pringle Ave,
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,525 - $6,035

Lafayette Commons

Lafayette Commons

3255-3271 Mt Diablo Ct,
Lafayette, CA 94549

2 Beds | Call for Rent

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lafayette?

The average rent in Lafayette is $2,350 per month, which is 41.4% higher than the national average of $1,662.

Are rents going up or down in Lafayette?

Rents in Lafayette, CA are increasing, with prices up 3.1% year-over-year and $73 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Lafayette?

In Lafayette, CA, 79% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Lafayette Rental Trends

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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