South San Francisco, CA Rent History

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

Today (2026-06)
$4,084
1-year change
+19.3%
$661/mo
5-year change
+27.7%
$886/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in South San Francisco

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$3,370/mo0.0%
2019$3,267/mo-3.1%-3.1%
2020$3,405/mo+4.2%+1.0%
2021$3,172/mo-6.8%-5.9%
2022$3,439/mo+8.4%+2.0%
2023$3,483/mo+1.3%+3.4%
2024$3,559/mo+2.2%+5.6%
2025$3,383/mo-4.9%+0.4%
2026$3,872/mo+14.5%+14.9%

Frequently asked questions

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

Median rent in South San Francisco, CA was $3,370 in 2018-05 and is $4,084 as of 2026-06 — a change of $714 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 +27.7% ($886 per month). The current median is $4,084.

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 +19.3% ($661/mo). Current median: $4,084.

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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.