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Burlingame, CA 94010
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Rental Market Trends in Millbrae, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Millbrae, CA is $2,775/month.
Rent in Millbrae is 67% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,775/month
Average Rent
690 Sq Ft
Average Size
+4.4%
Change / Year
124
Available Apartments
Millbrae rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Millbrae average $3,200 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Millbrae average $2,775 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Millbrae average $3,589 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Millbrae average $4,518 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Millbrae, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 4.4%, which averages out to $123 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Millbrae, 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
14%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
27%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
59%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Millbrae, CA?
Because the average rent in Millbrae is $2,775, you’ll want to make about $9,250 per month or $111,000 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 Millbrae, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Millbrae, 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 Millbrae Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Burlingame
Avg Rent: $3,313/month
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San Bruno
Avg Rent: $2,892/month
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South San Francisco
Avg Rent: $3,304/month
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Pacifica
Avg Rent: $2,750/month
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San Mateo
Avg Rent: $3,189/month
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Colma
Avg Rent: $3,559/month
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Daly City
Avg Rent: $2,510/month
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Brisbane
Avg Rent: $2,244/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Millbrae?
The average rent in Millbrae is $2,775 per month, which is 66.7% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Millbrae?
The average rent for a house in Millbrae, CA is $6,079 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Millbrae?
Rents in Millbrae, CA are increasing, with prices up 4.4% year-over-year and $123 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Millbrae?
In Millbrae, CA, 59% 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.