Lafayette, CA Rent History
89 months of data, 2019–2026. 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
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $2,983/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 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.