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Rental Market Trends in San Pablo, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in San Pablo, CA is $1,947/month.
Rent in San Pablo is 17% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,947/month
Average Rent
677 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.6%
Change / Year
119
Available Apartments
San Pablo rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in San Pablo average $1,736 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in San Pablo average $1,947 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in San Pablo average $2,160 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in San Pablo average $1,919 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in San Pablo, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $51 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
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Rent Ranges in San Pablo, CA
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
19%
$700 - $1,000/month
44%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
19%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
19%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in San Pablo?
Based on current rent prices, Tara Hills is the most affordable neighborhood in San Pablo.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in San Pablo?
Based on current rent prices, Tara Hills is the most expensive neighborhood in San Pablo.
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Which San Pablo neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in San Pablo with the most apartments available is Tara Hills .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Pablo, CA?
Because the average rent in San Pablo is $1,947, you’ll want to make about $6,490 per month or $77,880 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 Pablo, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare San Pablo, 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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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Richmond
Avg Rent: $1,800/month
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El Sobrante
Avg Rent: $2,032/month
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El Cerrito
Avg Rent: $2,339/month
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Pinole
Avg Rent: $1,813/month
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Kensington
Avg Rent: $1,504/month
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Albany
Avg Rent: $1,627/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in San Pablo?
The average rent in San Pablo is $1,947 per month, which is 16.9% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in San Pablo?
The average rent for a house in San Pablo, CA is $3,399 per month.
Are rents going up or down in San Pablo?
Rents in San Pablo, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.6% year-over-year and $51 more per month.
What rent range is most common in San Pablo?
In San Pablo, CA, 44% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/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.