4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Pleasanton, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Pleasanton, California as of July 2026. That's +61% higher than the citywide median of $3,180 and +103% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Pleasanton
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Pleasanton
Compare Pleasanton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,823 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | Barstow | $2,001 |
| 5 | California City | $2,070 |
| 6 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 7 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 8 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 9 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 10 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 11 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 12 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 13 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 14 | Eureka | $2,280 |
| 15 | Florence-Graham | $2,296 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $6,455 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Coto de Caza | $6,130 |
| 10 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 11 | Irvine | $5,986 |
| 12 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 13 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 14 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 15 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Pleasanton.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Pleasanton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin, CA | 4.1 mi | $5,460 | +$345 (+7%) |
| San Ramon, CA | 6.7 mi | $5,060 | $-55 (-1%) |
| Danville, CA | 9.2 mi | $5,305 | +$190 (+4%) |
| Union City, CA | 13.9 mi | $4,350 | $-765 (-15%) |
| Livermore, CA | 14.6 mi | $4,370 | $-745 (-15%) |
| Castro Valley, CA | 15.5 mi | $3,890 | $-1,225 (-24%) |
| Fremont, CA | 15.7 mi | $5,110 | $-5 (0%) |
| Hayward, CA | 16.2 mi | $4,070 | $-1,045 (-20%) |
| Walnut Creek, CA | 17.7 mi | $4,937 | $-178 (-3%) |
| Antioch, CA | 18.5 mi | $4,400 | $-715 (-14%) |
| Brentwood, CA | 19 mi | $4,530 | $-585 (-11%) |
| Milpitas, CA | 19.1 mi | $4,950 | $-165 (-3%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Pleasanton — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Pleasanton?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Pleasanton, California is $5,115 per month. This is +61% higher than the citywide median of $3,180.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Pleasanton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $204,600 ($17,050/month gross), which works out to roughly $98.37/hour at a full-time job.
Is Pleasanton expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Pleasanton's 4+ bedroom median of $5,115 is +103% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 98th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Pleasanton rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 384 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Pleasanton ranks #326 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Pleasanton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include San Ramon ($5,060), Union City ($4,350), Livermore ($4,370).