Lafayette, CA Rent History

89 months of data, 20192026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$3,974
1-year change
+47.1%
$1,272/mo
5-year change
+25.7%
$813/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Lafayette

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2019
2019$2,983/mo0.0%
2020$2,956/mo-0.9%-0.9%
2021$3,127/mo+5.8%+4.8%
2022$3,336/mo+6.7%+11.8%
2023$3,264/mo-2.2%+9.4%
2024$3,405/mo+4.3%+14.1%
2025$2,669/mo-21.6%-10.5%
2026$3,544/mo+32.8%+18.8%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Lafayette changed since 2019?

Median rent in Lafayette, CA was $2,841 in 2019-01 and is $3,974 as of 2026-06 — a change of $1,133 per month over 7 years.

How much has Lafayette rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Lafayette, CA has changed +25.7% ($813 per month). The current median is $3,974.

Is rent in Lafayette going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Lafayette, CA has increased +47.1% ($1,272/mo). Current median: $3,974.

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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.