What is the average rent in University South?

The median asking rent in University South is $5,233/mo across 54 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,800/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.

How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in University South?

A one-bedroom in University South runs about $4,410/mo and a two-bedroom about $6,370/mo, from live listings across our index.

What income do I need to rent in University South?

At the 30% rule, the $5,233/mo median asking rent in University South takes about $209,320 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.

How many people rent in University South?

65% of University South's 4,730 residents rent rather than own.

How many rentals are available in University South right now?

55 rentals are available in University South right now, 54 of them with a listed rent and bedroom count, across the 42 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.

Is University South cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?

By what current residents pay (Census estimates), University South's $2,800/mo median is 6% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

Apartments for rent in University South, priced and graded.

Median asking rent in University South is $5,233/mo across 54 available listings. Current residents pay a median of $2,800/mo (Census estimate) — 6% above the SF Bay Area average and 100% above the national one. 65% of the 4,730 people here rent. Fairway tracks 42 University South properties across 9 sources, refreshed hourly.

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How much is rent in University South?

A one-bedroom in University South runs $4,410/mo and a two-bedroom $6,370/mo, from live listings across our index.

No. of beds	Median	% of rentals	Units available	Find places
Studio	$1,998/mo	4%	2	Find places →
1 Bedroom	$4,410/mo	50%	27	Find places →
2 Bedroom	$6,370/mo	31%	17	Find places →
3+ Bedroom	$7,200/mo	15%	8	Find places →

Medians: live listings in Fairway's rental index for University South, 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. University South's $5,233/mo median asking rent sits in your comfortable range.

Who rents in University South

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in University South pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500

$500–$999

$1,000–$1,499

$1,500–$1,999

$2,000+

70%

Is University South a good place to live?

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

Neighborhood Grades

Public SchoolsA+

Cost of LivingC-

Safety—

NightlifeA+

Outdoor ActivitiesA

WalkabilityA+

Compare Nearby Neighborhoods

NeighborhoodAsking rentListings availableOverall

University South$5,23341A+

Professorville—2A+

Downtown North$4,32023A+

Community Center$10,1004A+

Crescent Park$5,17017A+

South Gate—1A+

Old Palo Alto$6,8005A+

Leland Manor—2A+

Evergreen Park—1A+

Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for University South.

Population4,730

Median Income$211K

White

52%

Asian

19%

Two or More

13%

Hispanic

Black

Commute & Transportation

How residents of University South get to work.

Drive Alone33%

Walk/Bike18%

Work from Home43%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in University South.

Home Types

Large Apt Building

53%

Single Family

28%

Small Apt Building

14%

Townhouse

Home Age

2000–Present

20%

1980–1999

16%

1960–1979

27%

1940–1959

Before 1939

29%

Renting in University South, explained

What is the average rent in University South?: The median asking rent in University South is $5,233/mo across 54 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,800/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.
How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in University South?: A one-bedroom in University South runs about $4,410/mo and a two-bedroom about $6,370/mo, from live listings across our index.
Is University South a good place to live?: Yes: University South grades A+ overall — strongest on public schools, weakest on cost of living.
What income do I need to rent in University South?: At the 30% rule, the $5,233/mo median asking rent in University South takes about $209,320 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.
How many people rent in University South?: 65% of University South's 4,730 residents rent rather than own.
How many rentals are available in University South right now?: 55 rentals are available in University South right now, 54 of them with a listed rent and bedroom count, across the 42 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.
Is University South cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?: By what current residents pay (Census estimates), University South's $2,800/mo median is 6% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

The honest answers.

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Do you have every listing, or just partners?: We search everything we can reach: the major portals, Craigslist, property management sites, and buildings that only list on their own page. Most of what you see comes from properties that pay us nothing.
Is a real person involved?: Your agent is AI. It searches, calls properties, and books tours. A human on our team steps in when something needs judgment, like a lease clause that looks wrong.
What if I already found a place?: Tell us and we'll pressure-test it: the real monthly cost, what's in the lease, and whether something better posted this week. If it's the right place, we'll say so.

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