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Average Rent Trends in Lafayette, CA

Rent in Lafayette, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jul 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$3,360
Jul 2025$4,000
Aug 2025$3,560
Sep 2025$3,499
Oct 2025$3,213
Nov 2025$3,975
Dec 2025$3,850
Jan 2026$3,100
Feb 2026$2,825
Mar 2026$2,500
Apr 2026$2,741
May 2026$3,495
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Townhomes were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,200$3,484$5,600$6,195$3,850
Townhomes—$2,800$4,700—$2,800
Apartments and Condos$2,200$4,500$5,000—$4,500
Houses$2,495$3,300$5,985$6,195$5,650
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Lafayette, CA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Lafayette, CA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Lafayette, CA is $3,365 per month. This is about 74% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Lafayette, CA?
    The average rent of a house in Lafayette, CA is $5,650 per month. This is about 193% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Lafayette, CA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Lafayette, CA is $2,800 per month. This is about 45% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Lafayette, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Lafayette, CA was lowest in Apr 2025 when it was $2,744 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Lafayette, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Lafayette, CA was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $4,000 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Lafayette, CA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA is $2,200 per month. That is about $375 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Lafayette, CA?
    There are 34 available rental listings in Lafayette, CA.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Lafayette, CA?
  • What are some zip codes in Lafayette, CA?
    Lafayette, CA includes zip codes such as: 94549.
  • What are some cities near Lafayette, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Orinda, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Moraga, Canyon. These cities may have more rental options to explore.