Last updated
Average Rent in Alameda, CA & Rent Trends
Rent prices and market trends across 3 apartment communities in Alameda, CA. Updated daily.
Market Average
$3,233/mo
Lowest Available
$2,323/mo
cheapest unit on market
Communities
3
tracked daily
Units Listed
63
available now
Is Rent Going Up or Down in Alameda, CA?
As of June 2026, the average rent in Alameda, CA is $3,233 per month across 3 apartment communities and 63 available units.
The most affordable option is Waterstone Fremont starting at $2,323/mo. By unit type, a 1-bedroom averages $2,928/mo, a 2-bedroom averages $3,559/mo, a 3-bedroom averages $4,641/mo.
Prices range from $2,323 to $4,974 per month. The most common price point is the $2,200 range, where 16 units are currently listed.
Average Rent by Bedroom
Rent Price Distribution
Rent by Bedroom Type in Alameda, CA
Rent Prices by Apartment in Alameda, CA
| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterstone Fremont | $2,323/mo | $2,529/mo | 30 | 3.4 |
| The Estates at Park Place Apartments | $2,799/mo | $3,547/mo | 12 | 3.9 |
| The Tolman Apartments | $3,551/mo | $4,058/mo | 21 | 4 |
Google Search Trends for Alameda, CA Apartments
Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.
Search Interest Over Time
Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Alameda, CA
What is the average rent in Alameda, CA?
Is rent going up or down in Alameda, CA?
What is the cheapest apartment in Alameda, CA?
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Alameda, CA?
How many apartments are available in Alameda, CA?
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Alameda, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$129,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,233/mo.
Comfortable income
$155,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,323/mo), you need to earn at least $93,000/year.
Cost of living in Alameda, CA
We only have live rent data for Alameda, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,233 |
| Estimated total | $3,233/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
Explore Alameda, CA Apartments
Browse all 3 communities with daily-updated pricing and availability.