San Carlos, CA Rent History

92 months of data, 20182026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$4,837
1-year change
+30.0%
$1,116/mo
5-year change
+45.6%
$1,516/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in San Carlos

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$3,360/mo0.0%
2019$3,443/mo+2.5%+2.5%
2020$3,581/mo+4.0%+6.6%
2021$3,281/mo-8.4%-2.4%
2022$3,617/mo+10.2%+7.6%
2023$3,653/mo+1.0%+8.7%
2024$3,833/mo+4.9%+14.1%
2025$3,686/mo-3.8%+9.7%
2026$4,213/mo+14.3%+25.4%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in San Carlos changed since 2018?

Median rent in San Carlos, CA was $3,360 in 2018-11 and is $4,837 as of 2026-06 — a change of $1,477 per month over 8 years.

How much has San Carlos rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in San Carlos, CA has changed +45.6% ($1,516 per month). The current median is $4,837.

Is rent in San Carlos going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in San Carlos, CA has increased +30.0% ($1,116/mo). Current median: $4,837.

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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.