What is the average rent in Westbrae?

The median asking rent in Westbrae is $3,725/mo across 25 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,611/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.

How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in Westbrae?

A one-bedroom in Westbrae runs about $2,545/mo and a two-bedroom about $5,405/mo, from live listings across our index.

What income do I need to rent in Westbrae?

At the 30% rule, the $3,725/mo median asking rent in Westbrae takes about $149,000 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.

How many people rent in Westbrae?

35% of Westbrae's 7,313 residents rent rather than own.

How many rentals are available in Westbrae right now?

25 rentals are available in Westbrae right now, across the 12 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.

Is Westbrae cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?

By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Westbrae's $2,611/mo median is 2% below the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

Apartments for rent in Westbrae, priced and graded.

Median asking rent in Westbrae is $3,725/mo across 25 available listings. Current residents pay a median of $2,611/mo (Census estimate) — 2% below the SF Bay Area average and 87% above the national one. 35% of the 7,313 people here rent. Fairway tracks 12 Westbrae properties across 9 sources, refreshed hourly.

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How much is rent in Westbrae?

A one-bedroom in Westbrae runs $2,545/mo and a two-bedroom $5,405/mo, from live listings across our index.

No. of beds	Median	% of rentals	Units available	Find places
Studio	$2,949/mo	8%	2	Find places →
1 Bedroom	$2,545/mo	48%	12	Find places →
2 Bedroom	$5,405/mo	36%	9	Find places →
3+ Bedroom	$3,898/mo	8%	2	Find places →

Medians: live listings in Fairway's rental index for Westbrae, computed at page load. Availability refreshed continuously.

Rent affordability

Household income

$/yr

Comfortable is the 30% rule; landlords here typically require 2.5–3× the monthly rent in gross income. Westbrae's $3,725/mo median asking rent sits in your comfortable range.

Who rents in Westbrae

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in Westbrae pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500

$500–$999

$1,000–$1,499

$1,500–$1,999

$2,000+

77%

Is Westbrae a good place to live?

Yes: Westbrae grades A+ overall — strongest on public schools, weakest on cost of living.

Neighborhood Grades

Public SchoolsA+

Cost of LivingD+

Safety—

NightlifeA+

Outdoor ActivitiesA

WalkabilityA+

Compare Nearby Neighborhoods

NeighborhoodAsking rentListings availableOverall

Westbrae$3,72512A+

North Berkeley$2,65027A+

Northbrae$3,1736A+

West Berkeley (North)$3,72310A+

North of Gilman—0A+

Oceanview (4th Street)—0A-

Central Berkeley$2,42563A+

Live Oak$3,2754A+

Thousand Oaks$2,1003A+

Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for Westbrae.

Population7,313

Median Income$170K

White

55%

Asian

19%

Hispanic

10%

Two or More

10%

Black

Commute & Transportation

How residents of Westbrae get to work.

Drive Alone31%

Walk/Bike12%

Work from Home40%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in Westbrae.

Home Types

Single Family

71%

Small Apt Building

18%

Large Apt Building

Townhouse

Mobile Home

Home Age

2000–Present

1980–1999

1960–1979

14%

1940–1959

27%

Before 1939

53%

Schools

Elementary Schools (2)

Oxford Elementary School

K-5 · 251 students

21:1

Ruth Acty Elementary School

K-5 · 396 students

21:1

Renting in Westbrae, explained

What is the average rent in Westbrae?: The median asking rent in Westbrae is $3,725/mo across 25 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,611/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.
How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in Westbrae?: A one-bedroom in Westbrae runs about $2,545/mo and a two-bedroom about $5,405/mo, from live listings across our index.
Is Westbrae a good place to live?: Yes: Westbrae grades A+ overall — strongest on public schools, weakest on cost of living.
What income do I need to rent in Westbrae?: At the 30% rule, the $3,725/mo median asking rent in Westbrae takes about $149,000 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.
How many people rent in Westbrae?: 35% of Westbrae's 7,313 residents rent rather than own.
How many rentals are available in Westbrae right now?: 25 rentals are available in Westbrae right now, across the 12 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.
Is Westbrae cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?: By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Westbrae's $2,611/mo median is 2% below the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

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