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The average rent in Foster City, as of June 2026, is up 1.14% compared to last month and up 13.27% year-over-year.
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3h ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,427–$4,669
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9h ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,777–$5,107
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1d ago
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300 Timberhead Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,729–$4,564
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2d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,305–$4,075
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2d ago
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,986–$3,910
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4d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,410
$3,890
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4d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$5,100
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4d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$3,790
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$4,910
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Assigned Parking
Swimming Pool
Dishwasher
Balcony
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,140
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,800
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23h ago
1200 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,590–$5,500
Price drop
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1d ago
1451 Beach Park Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Residents lounge
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,400–$3,200
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Available Jul 9
5d+ ago
Neighborhood 9 apartment for rent in Foster City
807 Taurus Dr, Foster City, CA 94404
Walk-in closets | Carpet | On-site management
Studio
1 bath
$2,100
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Available Jun 26
3d ago
Verified
1441 Beach Park Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Residents lounge
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
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Available Apr 23
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
2d ago
Neighborhood 5 townhouse for rent in Foster City
755 Vespucci Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fireplace
3 beds
1.5 baths
$4,600
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Available Mar 29
3d ago
Neighborhood 9 apartment for rent in Foster City
2 beds
1 bath
$4,133
$3,910
Price drop
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3d ago
Neighborhood 9 apartment for rent in Foster City
2 beds
2 baths
$4,155
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4d ago
Neighborhood 5 house for rent in Foster City
976 Pizarro Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
Swimming pool | Fireplace | Dishwasher
4 beds
2.5 baths
$6,500
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5d+ ago
Neighborhood 1 townhouse for rent in Foster City
1213 Admiralty Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
Swimming pool | Carpet | Dishwasher
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Neighborhood 5 townhouse for rent in Foster City
3 beds
1.5 baths
$4,990
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Available Jul 3
5d+ ago
Neighborhood 8 house for rent in Foster City
4 beds
3 baths
$6,790
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Available Jul 1
3h ago
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850 Davit Ln, Redwood City, CA 94065
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,328–$4,725
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Foster City, CA, has a relaxed atmosphere that many residents appreciate, highlighting the abundance of green spaces and scenic waterfronts. Locals enjoy the accessibility to parks and recreation, along with family-friendly activities. The nearby amenities, including stores and restaurants, are often regarded as convenient. However, some renters note that the cost of living can be a significant drawback, leading to concerns about affordability in the housing market. Overall, the blend of nature and urban conveniences makes it a noteworthy place to live.
Foster City's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $3,200 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $3,900 monthly. One-bedroom apartments represent 46% of the rental inventory, making them the most common apartment type available in this Bay Area planned community.
November and December offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Foster City, with November seeing the lowest rent levels of the year. December stands out as the least competitive period with reduced overall demand, while July has the highest rent levels, creating an 8% difference between peak and off-peak pricing.
Neighborhood 3 generates the highest consumer interest at 2.4 times the market average, while Neighborhood 1 offers the largest inventory with 43 listings representing 25% of Foster City's market. For pet owners, Neighborhood 9, Neighborhood 8, Neighborhood 1, and Pilgrim-Triton provide comprehensive pet amenities and dedicated pet spaces.
Neighborhood 7 offers the most budget-friendly option at around $3,140 per month, which is 5% below the city median. Pilgrim-Triton provides another affordable choice at around $3,280 monthly, just 1% below the city median, while still offering excellent walkability and community connectivity for renters.
Foster City offers excellent options for pet owners, with 81% of apartments featuring pet-friendly policies. Top pet-friendly neighborhoods include Neighborhood 9, Neighborhood 8, Neighborhood 1, and Pilgrim-Triton, which provide comprehensive amenities like pet grooming services, pet waste stations, dedicated pet spaces, and no breed restrictions.
Utilities are rarely included in Foster City rental properties, with only about 1% of total listings including utilities in the rent. This pattern holds consistent across bedroom types, with virtually no studios, 1-bedrooms, or 3-bedrooms including utilities, and only occasional 2-bedroom units offering this arrangement.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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| 💰Best rent deal | 807 Taurus Dr |
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