Average Rent in Alameda, CA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Alameda, CA is $2,790/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -0.9% year over year. Rents range from $2,790 to $2,790.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$2,790/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -0.9%
Source: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Alameda, CA is $2,790/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 0.9% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Alameda is 133% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Alameda, CA ranges from $2,790 to $2,790 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Alameda, CA is approximately 0.9% for 2026. An increase above 0.9% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Alameda, CA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Alameda, CA is $2,790/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Alameda are relatively uniform, clustering around $2,790/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $111,600/year.
Is rent going up in Alameda?
Rents in Alameda have decreased 0.9% year over year based on local market data. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Alameda?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 0.9% is in line with the Alameda market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Note: California has rent increase protections — the cap is generally 5% + local CPI (max 10%). Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Alameda
-0.9%
Rents in Alameda are cooling at -0.9% year-over-year.
ℹ Limited data
Market sources range from -9.7% to +1.1%
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Alameda?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Alameda typically rents for $2,450 – $2,818.
Rents above $3,241 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Alameda typically rents for $2,790 – $3,501.
Rents above $4,026 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Alameda typically rents for $3,390 – $3,898.
Rents above $4,483 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Alameda typically rents for $4,330 – $4,980.
Rents above $5,727 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Alameda typically rents for $5,150 – $5,922.
Rents above $6,810 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Alameda
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$2,450
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$2,790
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$3,390
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$4,330
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$5,150
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Alameda
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Oakland-Fremont, CA HUD Metro FMR Area metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Alameda share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($2,790 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Alameda Compare?
Questions about rent in Alameda
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Alameda, CA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Alameda, CA is $2,790/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 133% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $2,790 to $2,790 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Alameda?
A rent increase up to about 0.9% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Alameda. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $2,790/month.
Are rents going up or down in Alameda?
Rents in Alameda have decreased 0.9% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Oakland-Fremont, CA HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Alameda?
1-bedroom rents across Alameda range from $2,790 to $2,790 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Alameda?
In Alameda, rent increases are regulated under California protections. The maximum increase is generally 5% + local CPI (max 10%). Landlords must also follow applicable state notice requirements before issuing a rent increase.
How much should I spend on rent in Alameda?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Alameda at $2,790/month, a household would need approximately $111,600/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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