How much does it cost to rent in Fremont, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fremont, CA is $3,308. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fremont cheaper than other California cities?

Fremont is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #103 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,308/mo.

When was Fremont rent data last updated?

Fremont rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Fremont

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Pop. 228,295·103rd most expensive in California·Fremont rents are up 12.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,308/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.6%

Month-over-Month

+3.3%

vs US Median

+$1,343

Rising (Monthly)

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Fremont · $3,308

More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

37/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Fremont's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,308/mo

Expected by trend

$3,111/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Fremont's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,425

1 BR

$2,760

2 BR

$3,360

3 BR

$4,303

4 BR+

$5,110

Research median

$3,360/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$39,696/yr

At $3,308/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.6% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fremont, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 63.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

228,295

Median income

$181,506

Median age

39.1

Renters

39.2%

Age distribution

22.3%

20.1%

31.7%

14%

Under 1822.3%

18–3420.1%

35–5431.7%

55–6411.9%

65+14%

Gender

50.3%

49.7%

Male50.3%

Female49.7%

Race & ethnicity

17.2%

13.1%

63.8%

White17.2%

Black2.8%

Hispanic13.1%

Asian63.8%

Other3.1%

Education (25+)

13.4%

15.8%

63.9%

No HS diploma7%

HS diploma13.4%

Some college15.8%

Bachelor's+63.9%

Housing tenure

60.8%

39.2%

Owner60.8%

Renter39.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Fremont, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,567 → $3,308

up 28.9%

Income

$153,475 → $181,506

up 18.3%

Population

231,502 → 228,295

down 1.4%

Renter share

38.1% → 39.2%

+1.1 pts

Bachelor's+

60.1% → 63.9%

+3.8 pts

Median age

38.4 → 39.1

+0.7 yrs

Rent in Fremont, CA has increased 28.9% since 2021, going from about $2,567 per month to roughly $3,308 today. Household income in the area moved from $153,475 to $181,506 across the same window, up 18.3% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 10.6 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 231,502 to 228,295 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 60.1% to 63.9%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Fremont, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fremont on your salary?

At $3,308/mo, how Fremont rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 50.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 43.5% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 19.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 53.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 59.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 48.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Fremont rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Fremont. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Fremont

About renting in Fremont, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fremont is $3,308/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,425/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,760/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,303/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($181,506/yr), Fremont ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fremont an affordable city for renters?

Fremont is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,308/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($181,506/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fremont falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fremont?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $132,000/year (~$63/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,308/mo in Fremont. The local median household income is $181,506/yr, meaning the typical Fremont household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fremont?

Rent in Fremont has increased 12.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Fremont neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Fremont are 94538 ($3,122/mo), 94536 ($3,387/mo), and 94555 ($3,661/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Fremont is $3,308/mo.

How does Fremont rent compare to other cities in California?

Fremont is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #103 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,308/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fremont?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fremont ($3,308/mo): Hayward ($2,615/mo), Union City ($2,867/mo).

What percentage of Fremont residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.2% of Fremont households are renters, while 60.8% are owner-occupied. Fremont leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fremont rent compare to the national average?

Fremont's median rent of $3,308/mo is $1,343 (68%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #103 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,308/mo, rent takes ~22% of Fremont's median household income ($181,506/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fremont 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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