Novato, CA Rent History
90 months of data, 2019–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-06)
$3,857
1-year change
+1.9%
$72/mo
5-year change
+22.9%
$719/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Novato
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $2,981/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2020 | $3,019/mo | +1.3% | +1.3% |
| 2021 | $3,138/mo | +3.9% | +5.3% |
| 2022 | $3,371/mo | +7.4% | +13.1% |
| 2023 | $3,485/mo | +3.4% | +16.9% |
| 2024 | $3,681/mo | +5.6% | +23.5% |
| 2025 | $3,792/mo | +3.0% | +27.2% |
| 2026 | $3,752/mo | -1.1% | +25.9% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Novato changed since 2019?
Median rent in Novato, CA was $2,871 in 2019-01 and is $3,857 as of 2026-06 — a change of $986 per month over 7 years.
How much has Novato rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Novato, CA has changed +22.9% ($719 per month). The current median is $3,857.
Is rent in Novato going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Novato, CA has increased +1.9% ($72/mo). Current median: $3,857.