• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator

Language

Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Foster City, CA

What is the average rent in Foster City, CA?

$3,234/month

Average Rent

723 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.9%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Foster City, CA is $3,234 per month. This is 97% higher than the national average rent price of $1,640/month, making Foster City one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Foster City, you can expect to pay about $2,854 per month for a studio, $3,234 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $4,151 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $5,508 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,854/month
546 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,234/month
723 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,151/month
1,032 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,508/month
1,394 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,359/month
1,482 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Foster City, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $29 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
Legend
2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Foster City, CA
Last Updated April 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Foster City, CA
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

Last Updated Today
  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Foster City?

Based on current rent prices, Shell Cove, Town Center and Islands are the most affordable neighborhoods in Foster City.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Shell Cove
$3,134/month
643 Sq Ft
Town Center
$3,232/month
724 Sq Ft
Islands
$3,374/month
718 Sq Ft
Harbor Cove
$3,374/month
718 Sq Ft
Foster City
$3,377/month
736 Sq Ft
Beach Cove
$3,401/month
678 Sq Ft
Sand Cove
$3,468/month
769 Sq Ft
Foster's Landing
$3,487/month
783 Sq Ft
Pilgrim-Triton
$3,575/month
730 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Foster City?

Based on current rent prices, Pilgrim-Triton, Foster's Landing and Sand Cove are the most expensive neighborhoods in Foster City.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Pilgrim-Triton
$3,575/month
730 Sq Ft
Foster's Landing
$3,487/month
783 Sq Ft
Sand Cove
$3,468/month
769 Sq Ft
Beach Cove
$3,401/month
678 Sq Ft
Foster City
$3,377/month
736 Sq Ft
Islands
$3,374/month
718 Sq Ft
Harbor Cove
$3,374/month
718 Sq Ft
Town Center
$3,232/month
724 Sq Ft
Shell Cove
$3,134/month
643 Sq Ft

Which Foster City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Foster City with the most apartments available are Foster City, Sand Cove and Foster's Landing .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Foster City
$3,377/month
736 Sq Ft
Sand Cove
$3,468/month
769 Sq Ft
Foster's Landing
$3,487/month
783 Sq Ft
Beach Cove
$3,401/month
678 Sq Ft
Islands
$3,374/month
718 Sq Ft
Harbor Cove
$3,374/month
718 Sq Ft
Town Center
$3,232/month
724 Sq Ft
Pilgrim-Triton
$3,575/month
730 Sq Ft
Shell Cove
$3,134/month
643 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Foster City, CA?

Because the average rent in Foster City is $3,234, you’ll want to make about $10,780 per month or $129,360 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.

City

Foster City, CA

317 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

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.

Explore the Area Guide for Foster City, CA

Apartment Averages

Shell Cove

Foster City, CA

Pilgrim-Triton

Foster City, CA

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
-
$3,448/month
Two Bedroom
-
$4,636/month
Three Bedroom
-
$5,824/month
Search
Search

Nearby City Rent Trends

  • San Mateo Average Rent
  • Belmont Average Rent
  • San Carlos Average Rent
  • Redwood City Average Rent
  • Millbrae Average Rent

Apartment communities in Foster City we think you'll love

Bridgepointe

Bridgepointe

1987 Bridgepointe Pky,
San Mateo, CA 94404

$3,320 - $5,515 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds

CitySouth

CitySouth

3055 La Selva Ln,
San Mateo, CA 94403

$2,774 - $4,100

1-3 Beds

Bay Terrace

Bay Terrace

3204 Casa De Campo Way,
San Mateo, CA 94403

$2,991 - $4,632

2-3 Beds

The Triton

The Triton

55 Triton Park Ln,
Foster City, CA 94404

$3,846 - $11,232 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds

Learn More with Helpful Articles

How to Choose an Apartment Community You’ll Love

Avoid renter's remorse - know what to look for in your next apartment.

The Benefits of Renters Insurance

Better safe than sorry! Protect yourself(and your stuff) with renters insurance.

When Is the Best Time to Move?

The pros and cons of moving during each season.

Everything You Need To Know About Self-Guided Apartment Tours

Explore great finds on your own time.

Explore the Renterverse

Rental management, simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Start managing your rentals
United States California Foster City Rental Trends

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 February 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.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Newest Listings
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity