Last updated on November 10, 2026

Average rent in
San Leandro, CA

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where San Leandro rent stands today

    San Leandro, CA rent rose 12.9% year over year, with a current median of $2,450/month. Renters today are paying $280 more per month on average than last year, with rent just below the recent peak of $2,495/month in October 2026.

  • San Leandro runs 28.9% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the higher price tier for renters in the Bay Area with 64 total rentals available.

  • Price ranges

    Studio rents in San Leandro sit at $3,900/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,995/month, and 2-bedrooms at $2,613/month, with 3-bedrooms around $3,595/month and 4+ bedrooms at $4,250/month. Apartments make up 66.9% of total rentals, with houses at $2,950/month representing 27.6% of the market.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Heron Bay rents climbed 115.7% year over year to $2,480/month across 24 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 12.9% rise. Meanwhile, Farrelly Pond District saw a decline of -37.4% to $2,223/month, showing significant variation within San Leandro.

Median rent

Median rent in San Leandro

$2,450/mo

increased by13%

vs previous year

The average rent in San Leandro is $2,450 per month as of November 2026. This is 29% above the national average rent, or $550 more per month.

$3.10

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in San Leandro

64

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of San Leandro rentals at each price point

80%60%40%20%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in San Leandro, CA

Average rent prices in San Leandro have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in San Leandro, CA

Rent prices in San Leandro vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in San Leandro is $2,395, whereas a house costs $2,950. 1-bedroom apartments in San Leandro run $2,025 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,622.

Listings

Studio

$3,900

No Change

122%

1 bedroom

$1,995

No Change

5%

2 bedroom

$2,613

No Change

4%

3 bedroom

$3,595

No Change

3%

4 bedroom

$4,250

26%

10%

Studio

Average rent

$3,900

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

122%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,995

Last year

5%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,613

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$3,595

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$4,250

Last 30 days

26%

Last year

10%

Old San Leandro

Average rent

$2,620

Assumption Parish

Average rent

$2,278

Lower Bal

Average rent

$2,382

Estudillo Estates Glen

Average rent

$2,395

Upper Bal

Average rent

$2,480

Floresta Gardens Bradrick

Average rent

$2,200

Sheffield Village

Average rent

$2,350

Washington Manor Bonaire

Average rent

$2,400

Marina Faire

Average rent

$2,480

Laqua Manor

Average rent

$2,487

Apartments

Average rent

$2,395

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

20%

Condos

Average rent

$2,197

Last year

2%

Houses

Average rent

$2,950

Last year

16%

The table above reflects average rent prices in San Leandro, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in San Leandro, CA compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in San Leandro and Alameda by all bedroom counts and property types.

San Leandro

Median rent price$2,450
increased by29%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$2,610
increased by37%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in San Leandro, CA is 6% lower than the median rent in Alameda, CA.

Discover rentals in San Leandro, CA

1 Gramercy Dr #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in San Leandro

Gramercy House Unit #3

1 Gramercy Dr #3, San Leandro, CA 94578

1 bed

0 baths

$1,100

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1 Gramercy Dr #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in San Leandro

Gramercy House Unit #2

1 Gramercy Dr #2, San Leandro, CA 94578

1 bed

0 baths

$1,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
San Leandro Garden Units - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

7.9

Very good

San Leandro Garden Units

327 Woodland Park, San Leandro, CA 94577

1 bed

0 baths

$1,275

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Redwood Grove - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Redwood Grove

1600 Grand Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,025–$2,625

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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100 Callan Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Old San Leandro apartment for rent in San Leandro

2 beds

2 baths

$3,898

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
100 Callan Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Verified

100 Callan Avenue

100 Callan Ave #1944, San Leandro, CA 94577

2 beds

2 baths

$3,310

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Parkside Commons - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
3D tour

10h ago

8.9

Very good

Parkside Commons

900 143rd Ave, San Leandro, CA 94578

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,649–$3,270

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1312 Clarke St #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Old San Leandro apartment for rent in San Leandro

1 Bedroom downtown Gem- Fully Furnished

1312 Clarke St #B, San Leandro, CA 94577

1 bed

1 bath

$3,199

Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Fenix 424 by Trion Living - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Verified

Fenix 424 by Trion Living

424 Callan Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,268–$3,195

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Redwood Grove - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Redwood Grove

1600 Grand Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,025–$2,625

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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1200 Davis - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9.7

Excellent

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1200 Davis

1200 Davis St, San Leandro, CA 94577

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2727 Marina Boulevard - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.4

Excellent

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2727 Marina Boulevard

2727 Marina Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577

2 beds

1 bath

$2,613

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1200 Davis - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9.7

Excellent

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1200 Davis

1200 Davis St, San Leandro, CA 94577

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Fenix 424 by Trion Living - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

Our team has verified this company

Verified

Fenix 424 by Trion Living

424 Callan Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,268–$3,195

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Redwood Grove - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Verified

Redwood Grove

1600 Grand Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,025–$2,625

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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2023 Orchard Ave - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

5d+ ago

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3 beds

1.5 baths

$3,653

Price dropped $192Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1200 Davis - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9.7

Excellent

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Verified

1200 Davis

1200 Davis St, San Leandro, CA 94577

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2023 Orchard Ave - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

5d+ ago

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3 beds

1.5 baths

$3,653

Price dropped $192Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
WOODSIDE - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

WOODSIDE

235 Haas Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577

2 beds

2 baths

$2,499

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
554 Bancroft Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

Very good

554 Bancroft Avenue

554 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577

2 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for San Leandro, CA

Quick answers to common questions about the San Leandro rental market.

How much is rent in San Leandro?

The average rent in San Leandro is $2,450 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in San Leandro?

Average rent prices in San Leandro have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.

How does San Leandro rent compare to the national average?

Rent in San Leandro is 29% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in San Leandro?

The most affordable neighborhoods in San Leandro are Floresta Gardens Bradrick ($2,200/mo), Assumption Parish ($2,278/mo), and Sheffield Village ($2,350/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in San Leandro?

To comfortably afford rent in San Leandro, you'd need to earn approximately $98,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in San Leandro?

October and December offer the best rental deals in San Leandro, with October seeing the lowest rents and December being the least competitive month. March has the highest rents, with about a 5% difference between peak and low seasons.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).