What is the average rent in Cambrian?

The median asking rent in Cambrian is $3,093/mo across 128 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,928/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.

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

A one-bedroom in Cambrian runs about $2,498/mo and a two-bedroom about $3,150/mo, from live listings across our index.

What income do I need to rent in Cambrian?

At the 30% rule, the $3,093/mo median asking rent in Cambrian takes about $123,720 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.

How many people rent in Cambrian?

34% of Cambrian's 78,768 residents rent rather than own.

How many rentals are available in Cambrian right now?

132 rentals are available in Cambrian right now, 128 of them with a listed rent and bedroom count, across the 106 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.

Is Cambrian cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?

By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Cambrian's $2,928/mo median is 10% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

Apartments for rent in Cambrian, priced and graded.

Median asking rent in Cambrian is $3,093/mo across 128 available listings. Current residents pay a median of $2,928/mo (Census estimate) — 10% above the SF Bay Area average and 109% above the national one. 34% of the 78,768 people here rent. Fairway tracks 106 Cambrian properties across 9 sources, refreshed hourly.

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How much is rent in Cambrian?

A one-bedroom in Cambrian runs $2,498/mo and a two-bedroom $3,150/mo, from live listings across our index.

No. of beds	Median	% of rentals	Units available	Find places
Studio	$1,895/mo	5%	7	Find places →
1 Bedroom	$2,498/mo	27%	34	Find places →
2 Bedroom	$3,150/mo	30%	39	Find places →
3+ Bedroom	$4,400/mo	38%	48	Find places →

Medians: live listings in Fairway's rental index for Cambrian, 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. Cambrian's $3,093/mo median asking rent sits in your comfortable range.

Who rents in Cambrian

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

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

Under $500

$500–$999

$1,000–$1,499

$1,500–$1,999

12%

$2,000+

77%

Is Cambrian a good place to live?

Yes: Cambrian grades A overall — strongest on public schools, weakest on housing.

Neighborhood Grades

Public SchoolsA

Cost of LivingC-

Safety—

NightlifeA-

Outdoor ActivitiesA

WalkabilityA-

Compare Nearby Neighborhoods

NeighborhoodAsking rentListings availableOverall

Cambrian$3,09393A

Cambrian Park—2A

Campbell$3,40096A

Willow Glen$3,026124A

Almaden Valley$5,29827A

Blossom Valley$3,31167A-

Burbank$3,18628A-

West San Jose$3,395172A+

Fairgrounds$2,99767B+

Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for Cambrian.

Population78,768

Median Income$176K

White

46%

Asian

26%

Hispanic

19%

Two or More

Black

Commute & Transportation

How residents of Cambrian get to work.

Drive Alone62%

Walk/Bike2%

Work from Home27%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in Cambrian.

Home Types

Single Family

69%

Small Apt Building

12%

Large Apt Building

12%

Townhouse

Mobile Home

Home Age

2000–Present

1980–1999

11%

1960–1979

57%

1940–1959

25%

Before 1939

Schools

Elementary Schools (4)

A-

Lietz Elementary School

K-5 · 532 students

23:1

A-

Reed Elementary School

K-5 · 366 students

23:1

B+

Hacienda Science/Environmental Magnet

K-5 · 624 students

27:1

C+

Almaden Elementary School

K-5 · 312 students

20:1

Middle Schools (2)

Dartmouth Middle School

6-8 · 850 students

21:1

John Muir Middle School

6-8 · 741 students

20:1

High Schools (3)

Pioneer High School

9-12 · 1,469 students

22:1

Branham High School

9-12 · 1,955 students

22:1

Broadway High School

9-12 · 183 students

10:1

Renting in Cambrian, explained

What is the average rent in Cambrian?: The median asking rent in Cambrian is $3,093/mo across 128 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,928/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.
How much is a 1-bedroom vs a 2-bedroom in Cambrian?: A one-bedroom in Cambrian runs about $2,498/mo and a two-bedroom about $3,150/mo, from live listings across our index.
Is Cambrian a good place to live?: Yes: Cambrian grades A overall — strongest on public schools, weakest on housing.
What income do I need to rent in Cambrian?: At the 30% rule, the $3,093/mo median asking rent in Cambrian takes about $123,720 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.
How many people rent in Cambrian?: 34% of Cambrian's 78,768 residents rent rather than own.
How many rentals are available in Cambrian right now?: 132 rentals are available in Cambrian right now, 128 of them with a listed rent and bedroom count, across the 106 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.
Is Cambrian cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?: By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Cambrian's $2,928/mo median is 10% above the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

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