Foster City, CA Rent History

109 months of data, 2017–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$4,450
1-year change
+12.1%
$481/mo
5-year change
+32.7%
$1,097/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Foster City

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$3,209/mo—0.0%
2018$3,212/mo+0.1%+0.1%
2019$3,374/mo+5.0%+5.1%
2020$3,442/mo+2.0%+7.3%
2021$3,100/mo-9.9%-3.4%
2022$3,590/mo+15.8%+11.9%
2023$3,633/mo+1.2%+13.2%
2024$3,738/mo+2.9%+16.5%
2025$3,882/mo+3.9%+21.0%
2026$4,146/mo+6.8%+29.2%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Foster City changed since 2017?

Median rent in Foster City, CA was $3,209 in 2017-09 and is $4,450 as of 2026-09 — a change of $1,241 per month over 9 years.

How much has Foster City rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Foster City, CA has changed +32.7% ($1,097 per month). The current median is $4,450.

Is rent in Foster City going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Foster City, CA has increased +12.1% ($481/mo). Current median: $4,450.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.