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San Mateo, CA 94404
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Rental Market Trends in Foster City, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Foster City, CA is $3,422/month.
Rent in Foster City is 106% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,422/month
Average Rent
722 Sq Ft
Average Size
+7.9%
Change / Year
290
Available Apartments
Foster City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Foster City average $3,295 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Foster City average $3,422 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Foster City average $4,558 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Foster City average $5,967 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Foster City, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 7.9%, which averages out to $271 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Foster City, CA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
4%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
0%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
96%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Foster City?
Based on current rent prices, Foster City and Pilgrim-Triton" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Foster City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Foster City?
Based on current rent prices, Pilgrim-Triton and Foster City" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Foster City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Foster City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Foster City with the most apartments available are Foster City and Pilgrim-Triton" .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Foster City, CA?
Because the average rent in Foster City is $3,422, you’ll want to make about $11,406 per month or $136,872 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 Foster City, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Foster City, 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.
View the Foster City Area GuideStudio
$3,295/month
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One Bedroom
$3,309/month
$3,913/month
Two Bedroom
$4,407/month
$5,124/month
Three Bedroom
$5,102/month
$6,431/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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San Mateo
Avg Rent: $3,187/month
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Belmont
Avg Rent: $3,089/month
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San Carlos
Avg Rent: $2,723/month
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Redwood City
Avg Rent: $3,144/month
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Burlingame
Avg Rent: $3,317/month
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Emerald Lake Hills
Avg Rent: $1,436/month
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Millbrae
Avg Rent: $2,699/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Foster City?
The average rent in Foster City is $3,422 per month, which is 105.8% higher than the national average of $1,663.
Are rents going up or down in Foster City?
Rents in Foster City, CA are increasing, with prices up 7.9% year-over-year and $271 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Foster City?
In Foster City, CA, 96% of apartments fall above $2,000/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 June 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.