Average Rent in Pleasanton, CA
What is the average rent in Pleasanton, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Pleasanton, CA is $3,141 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 134 priced apartments in 12 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 11, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
12 apartment buildings, 134 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Pleasanton, CACheapest
$2,307/mo
Avalon Dublin Station
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Pleasanton, CA Rent Prices
All 12 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Avalon Dublin Station
5200 Iron Horse Pkwy, Dublin, CA 94568, USA
IMT Pleasanton
3992 Stoneridge Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA
eaves Pleasanton
3650 Andrews Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA
Waterford Place Apartments
4800 Tassajara Rd, Dublin, CA 94568, USA
Pleasanton Place
4408 Mohr Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
Pleasanton Heights
3800 Vineyard Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
Tralee Village Apartments
6599 Dublin Blvd suite o, Dublin, CA 94568, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avalon Dublin Station 5200 Iron Horse Pkwy, Dublin, CA 94568, USA | $2,307 | $3,038 | $3.26/ft² | 4.6 (361) | 32 |
| 2 | IMT Pleasanton 3992 Stoneridge Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA | $2,319 | $2,721 | $3.34/ft² | 4.4 (228) | 3 |
| 3 | eaves Pleasanton 3650 Andrews Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA | $2,371 | $2,762 | $3.22/ft² | 4.4 (500) | 23 |
| 4 | Waterford Place Apartments 4800 Tassajara Rd, Dublin, CA 94568, USA | $2,415 | $2,839 | $2.96/ft² | 3.9 (62) | 9 |
| 5 | Pleasanton Place 4408 Mohr Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA | $2,459 | $2,459 | $3.31/ft² | 4.2 (40) | 2 |
| 6 | Pleasanton Heights 3800 Vineyard Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA | $2,475 | $2,475 | $4.42/ft² | 4.6 (38) | 1 |
| 7 | Tralee Village Apartments 6599 Dublin Blvd suite o, Dublin, CA 94568, USA | $2,554 | $3,297 | $3.33/ft² | 4.3 (129) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Avalon Dublin Station
4.6 (361)5200 Iron Horse Pkwy, Dublin, CA 94568, USA
IMT Pleasanton
4.4 (228)3992 Stoneridge Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA
eaves Pleasanton
4.4 (500)3650 Andrews Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA
Waterford Place Apartments
3.9 (62)4800 Tassajara Rd, Dublin, CA 94568, USA
Pleasanton Place
4.2 (40)4408 Mohr Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
Pleasanton Heights
4.6 (38)3800 Vineyard Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
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Pleasanton, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Pleasanton, CA is $3,141 per month, based on 134 units across 12 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,307 at Avalon Dublin Station to $5,136 at Avalon Pleasanton.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,486/mo | $2,307/mo | 5 |
| 1 Bed | $2,764/mo | $2,319/mo | 53 |
| 2 Bed | $3,320/mo | $2,804/mo | 67 |
| 3 Bed | $4,392/mo | $3,899/mo | 9 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Pleasanton, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Pleasanton, CA averages $2,764/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,320/mo. At the local median household income of $186,206, that works out to 20% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Pleasanton, CA at $3,017/mo. The current tracked market average runs 4% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Pleasanton, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Pleasanton, 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
$126,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,141/mo.
Comfortable income
$151,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,307/mo), you need to earn at least $92,000/year.
Median household income in Pleasanton, CA is $186,206 , about 24% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Pleasanton, CA
Overall prices in Pleasanton, CA runs above the national average by about 18% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 117.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Pleasanton, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,141 |
| Utilities | $861 |
| Groceries | $622 |
| Transportation | $2,051 |
| Healthcare | $1,001 |
| Other goods and services | $1,601 |
| Estimated total | $9,277/mo |
Population
77,500
Median household income
$186,206
Census median rent
$3,017/mo
Census rent burden
29.7%
Median age
42.4
Mean commute
34 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
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
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
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 were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Pleasanton, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Pleasanton, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,106 | -1% | -1.2% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,375 | +7% | -2.9% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,881 | -8% | +3.2% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,257 | -28% | -21.6% | 33 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,276 | -28% | -6.7% | 32 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,771 | -12% | -7% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Pleasanton, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Pleasanton, CA is $3,141 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 134 priced apartments in 12 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Pleasanton, CA?
The median asking rent in Pleasanton, CA is $3,045 per month, computed from 134 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,141/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Pleasanton, CA?
The lowest available rent in Pleasanton, CA starts at $2,307 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Pleasanton, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Pleasanton, CA average $2,764/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,319/mo across 53 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Pleasanton, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Pleasanton, CA average $3,320/mo. Units start from $2,804/mo across 67 units currently listed.
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