Novato, CA Rent History
93 months of data, 2019–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$3,969
1-year change
+4.8%
$180/mo
5-year change
+22.6%
$731/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Novato
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $2,950/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2020 | $2,991/mo | +1.4% | +1.4% |
| 2021 | $3,118/mo | +4.2% | +5.7% |
| 2022 | $3,329/mo | +6.8% | +12.8% |
| 2023 | $3,453/mo | +3.7% | +17.1% |
| 2024 | $3,662/mo | +6.1% | +24.1% |
| 2025 | $3,770/mo | +2.9% | +27.8% |
| 2026 | $3,792/mo | +0.6% | +28.5% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Novato changed since 2019?
Median rent in Novato, CA was $2,841 in 2019-01 and is $3,969 as of 2026-09 — a change of $1,128 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 +22.6% ($731 per month). The current median is $3,969.
Is rent in Novato going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Novato, CA has increased +4.8% ($180/mo). Current median: $3,969.