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San Pabloâs rental market offers a balanced mix of modern apartments and classic singleâfamily homes, catering to young professionals, growing families, and retirees alike. Studio and oneâbedroom units are plentiful within the cityâs vibrant downtown corridor, where easy access to BART, local cafĂ©s, and the San Pablo Bay waterfront make for a convenient urban lifestyle. These apartments typically sit in the $1,700 to $1,800 range, providing an affordable entry point for renters seeking proximity to San Francisco and Oakland.
For those needing extra space, twoâ and threeâbedroom apartments and houses are widely available across neighborhoods such as Bayview and the historic San Pablo Hills. Twoâbedroom apartments often command rents in the $2,300 range, while larger homesâparticularly fourâplusâbedroom propertiesâtend to fall into the $3,700 bracket, reflecting the desirability of spacious, familyâfriendly layouts. Many of these residences feature updated kitchens, private yards, and easy access to topârated schools like San Pablo High School.
The cityâs appeal is further enhanced by its close proximity to regional attractions, including the popular Wildcat Canyon Regional Park and the lively San Pablo Marina. Residents enjoy a blend of suburban tranquility and easy commuting options, with major freeways and public transit linking them to the broader Bay Area job market. Whether searching for a sleek studio near the waterfront or a spacious house in a quiet culâdeâsac, San Pabloâs rental inventory provides diverse choices that align with a range of lifestyle needs and budgets.
San Pablo Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count
Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min – Max | 25th – 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,666 | $1,795 | $1,375 – $1,830 | $1,375 – $1,830 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,593 | $1,967 | $700 – $2,025 | $900 – $2,000 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $2,202 | $2,187 | $1,200 – $2,895 | $2,000 – $2,475 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $2,891 | $3,000 | $1,995 – $3,455 | $2,655 – $3,350 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $2,517 | $2,600 | $850 – $3,500 | $2,295 – $3,000 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $3,233 | $3,230 | $2,400 – $4,200 | $3,000 – $3,695 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $3,191 | $3,500 | $900 – $4,150 | $3,100 – $4,000 |
Current rent in San Pablo (all property types): Studio $1,667, 1 Bedroom $1,593, 2 Bedroom $2,391, 3 Bedroom $3,172, 4+ Bedroom $3,192.
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