South San Francisco, CA Rent History

101 months of data, 2018–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$4,141
1-year change
+19.2%
$666/mo
5-year change
+32.4%
$1,014/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in South San Francisco

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$3,178/mo—0.0%
2019$3,050/mo-4.0%-4.0%
2020$3,211/mo+5.3%+1.0%
2021$2,987/mo-7.0%-6.0%
2022$3,258/mo+9.1%+2.5%
2023$3,301/mo+1.3%+3.9%
2024$3,360/mo+1.8%+5.7%
2025$3,482/mo+3.6%+9.6%
2026$3,699/mo+6.2%+16.4%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in South San Francisco changed since 2018?

Median rent in South San Francisco, CA was $3,178 in 2018-05 and is $4,141 as of 2026-09 — a change of $963 per month over 8 years.

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

Over the past 5 years, median rent in South San Francisco, CA has changed +32.4% ($1,014 per month). The current median is $4,141.

Is rent in South San Francisco going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in South San Francisco, CA has increased +19.2% ($666/mo). Current median: $4,141.

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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.