What is the average rent in Bernal Heights?

The median asking rent in Bernal Heights is $4,995/mo across 11 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,956/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.

What income do I need to rent in Bernal Heights?

At the 30% rule, the $4,995/mo median asking rent in Bernal Heights takes about $199,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.

How many people rent in Bernal Heights?

33% of Bernal Heights's 14,664 residents rent rather than own.

How many rentals are available in Bernal Heights right now?

11 rentals are available in Bernal Heights right now, across the 13 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.

Is Bernal Heights cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?

By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Bernal Heights's $2,956/mo median is 11% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

Apartments for rent in Bernal Heights, priced and graded.

Median asking rent in Bernal Heights is $4,995/mo across 11 available listings. Current residents pay a median of $2,956/mo (Census estimate) — 11% above the SF Bay Area average and 111% above the national one. 33% of the 14,664 people here rent. Fairway tracks 13 Bernal Heights properties across 9 sources, refreshed hourly.

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How much is rent in Bernal Heights?

A two-bedroom in Bernal Heights runs $3,775/mo, from live listings across our index.

No. of beds	Median	% of rentals	Units available	Find places
2 Bedroom	$3,775/mo	55%	6	Find places →
3+ Bedroom	$8,995/mo	45%	5	Find places →

Medians: live listings in Fairway's rental index for Bernal Heights, 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. Bernal Heights's $4,995/mo median asking rent sits in your a stretch range.

Who rents in Bernal Heights

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in Bernal Heights pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500

$500–$999

$1,000–$1,499

10%

$1,500–$1,999

$2,000+

71%

Is Bernal Heights a good place to live?

Yes: Bernal Heights grades A+ overall — strongest on walkability, weakest on housing.

Neighborhood Grades

Public SchoolsA-

Cost of LivingC-

Safety—

NightlifeA+

Outdoor ActivitiesA

WalkabilityA+

Compare Nearby Neighborhoods

NeighborhoodAsking rentListings availableOverall

Bernal Heights$4,99511A+

Apparel City—0B

Holly Park—1A+

Peralta Heights—2A+

Silver Terrace$3,5009A-

Produce Market—0—

University Mound—0A

Portola$3,8508A-

St. Marys Park—2A

Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for Bernal Heights.

Population14,664

Median Income$180K

White

49%

Hispanic

27%

Asian

13%

Two or More

Black

Commute & Transportation

How residents of Bernal Heights get to work.

Drive Alone38%

Walk/Bike10%

Work from Home33%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in Bernal Heights.

Home Types

Single Family

39%

Small Apt Building

32%

Townhouse

22%

Large Apt Building

Mobile Home

Home Age

2000–Present

1980–1999

1960–1979

13%

1940–1959

11%

Before 1939

63%

Renting in Bernal Heights, explained

What is the average rent in Bernal Heights?: The median asking rent in Bernal Heights is $4,995/mo across 11 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,956/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.
Is Bernal Heights a good place to live?: Yes: Bernal Heights grades A+ overall — strongest on walkability, weakest on housing.
What income do I need to rent in Bernal Heights?: At the 30% rule, the $4,995/mo median asking rent in Bernal Heights takes about $199,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.
How many people rent in Bernal Heights?: 33% of Bernal Heights's 14,664 residents rent rather than own.
How many rentals are available in Bernal Heights right now?: 11 rentals are available in Bernal Heights right now, across the 13 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.
Is Bernal Heights cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?: By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Bernal Heights's $2,956/mo median is 11% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

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