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77-85 Estabrook St,
San Leandro, CA 94577
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,275 - $2,675
Rental Market Trends in San Leandro, CA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in San Leandro, CA is $1,886/month.
Rent in San Leandro is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,886/month
Average Rent
615 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.8%
Change / Year
300
Available Apartments
San Leandro rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in San Leandro average $1,903 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in San Leandro average $1,886 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in San Leandro average $2,325 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in San Leandro average $2,885 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
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Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in San Leandro, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $15 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in San Leandro, CA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
8%
$700 - $1,000/month
17%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
29%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
46%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Leandro?
Based on current rent prices, Davis Tract, Ashland and Washington Manor-Bonaire are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Leandro.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Leandro?
Based on current rent prices, Old San Leandro, Lower Bal and Assumption Parish are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Leandro.
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Average Rent
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Which San Leandro neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in San Leandro with the most apartments available are Old San Leandro, Ashland and Lower Bal .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Leandro, CA?
Because the average rent in San Leandro is $1,886, you’ll want to make about $6,286 per month or $75,432 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 San Leandro, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare San Leandro, 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 San Leandro Area GuideStudio
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$2,145/month
One Bedroom
$1,758/month
$2,110/month
Two Bedroom
$2,326/month
$2,342/month
Three Bedroom
$1,905/month
$3,372/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in San Leandro?
The average rent in San Leandro is $1,886 per month, which is 13.4% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in San Leandro?
The average rent for a house in San Leandro, CA is $3,739 per month.
Are rents going up or down in San Leandro?
Rents in San Leandro, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $15 more per month.
What rent range is most common in San Leandro?
In San Leandro, CA, 46% 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 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.