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Rental Market Trends in San Bruno, CA

Updated July 2026

What is the average rent in San Bruno, CA?

$2,848/month

Average Rent

679 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.2%

Change / Year

177

Available Apartments

San Bruno, CA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in San Bruno, CA is $2,848 per month. This is 71% higher than the national average rent price of $1,662/month, making San Bruno one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in San Bruno average $2,768 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in San Bruno average $2,848 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in San Bruno average $3,770 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in San Bruno average $5,060 or more per month.

Data Updated: July 1, 2026

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,768/month
513 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,848/month
679 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,770/month
988 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,060/month
1,673 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in San Bruno, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.2%, which averages out to $64 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in San Bruno, CA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in San Bruno, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
20% $1,501 - $2,000/month
47% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Bruno, CA?

Because the average rent in San Bruno is $2,848, you’ll want to make about $9,493 per month or $113,916 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

San Bruno, CA

177 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does San Bruno, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare San Bruno, 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.

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Pacific Bay Vistas

Pacific Bay Vistas

2 Pacific Bay Cir,
San Bruno, CA 94066

Studio - 2 Beds | $3,246 - $4,906

El Camino Real

El Camino Real

732 El Camino Real,
San Bruno, CA 94066

Studio | $1,799

362 Alida Way

362 Alida Way

362 Alida Way,
South San Francisco, CA 94080

1 Bed | $2,450

412 Richmond Dr

412 Richmond Dr

412 Richmond Dr,
Millbrae, CA 94030

2 Beds | $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in San Bruno?

The average rent in San Bruno is $2,848 per month, which is 71.4% higher than the national average of $1,662.

Are rents going up or down in San Bruno?

Rents in San Bruno, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.2% year-over-year and $64 more per month.

What rent range is most common in San Bruno?

In San Bruno, CA, 47% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California San Bruno 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 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.

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