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Average rent in Burlingame, CA

$3,280/mo Burlingame, CA average rental price, November 2024

The average monthly rent of apartments in Burlingame, CA is $3,280.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,748, the average rent in Burlingame, CA is $3,280.

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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Burlingame, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Burlingame, CA were last updated on 16 Jan 2025.

What are the best apartments in Burlingame, CA?

The best apartments in Burlingame, CA are: Skyline Terrace, Anson, One Adrian, Casa Mia Apartments and Bayswater Apartments.

What is the average rent in Burlingame, CA?

The average rent in Burlingame, CA is $3,280.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Burlingame, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Burlingame, CA is between $2,395 and $3,174.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Burlingame, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Burlingame, CA is between $2,595 and $3,820.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Burlingame, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Burlingame, CA is between $3,174 and $4,773.

What type of rental buildings are in Burlingame, CA?

In Burlingame 48% of the housing is rented out compared to 52% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 13% of Burlingame’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 73% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 15% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Burlingame, CA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Burlingame are about 46 years old, on average. Of these, 22% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 93% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 30% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Burlingame, CA?

Rental apartments in Burlingame come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 20% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 52% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 24% of all rentals in Burlingame. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Burlingame, CA

Located on the San Francisco Peninsula and boasting a significant amount of shoreline on the San Francisco Bay, Burlingame, CA, offers renters the perfect balance between the charm of renting an apartment in a small town and the amenities, job opportunities and endless entertainment you can only find in a big city. Renters in Burlingame will find the perfect place to raise a family, complete with an excellent public school system to a walkable downtown area lined with mature trees to which Burlingame owes its nickname, “the City of Trees.” Plus, the city is bursting with charming boutiques and cafes, and year-round balmy weather enables renters to enjoy the natural beauty of the San Francisco Peninsula at their doorstep. While Burlingame is a safe and pleasant living environment within just 20 minutes of downtown San Francisco, renters should be prepared for a major downside typical of one of the most expensive areas in the United States: The cost of living in Burlingame is significantly higher than it is in the rest of the country and even stands well above the average for the rest of California.

Renting in Burlingame, CA

If you’re considering renting an apartment in Burlingame, you won’t be alone: There are only slightly fewer renters in this peaceful small town than there are property owners. As such, Burlingame features a mixed urban-suburban environment, featuring both residential neighborhoods and denser areas with townhouses, condos and rental apartment communities. That said, the average rent for a Burlingame apartment for rent is even higher than the average rent in the notoriously pricey San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward metropolitan area. Note that, according to rental laws in California, landlords typically require a security deposit with a maximum amount equivalent to up to two times the rent in an unfurnished rental apartment and up to three times the amount of the rent in a furnished apartment (unless otherwise specified in the rental agreement).

Shopping in Burlingame, CA

If you’re looking for a rental apartment with easy access to shopping amenities, we recommend starting your hunt for an apartment for rent in Burlingame along Highway 82 — also known as the Camino Real — where you’ll find most grocery stores and retailers. To that end, if you’re looking for the best place to stock the kitchen of your rental apartment, you can choose between multiple independently owned grocery stores (including ethnic options, such as Asian and Middle Eastern stores) and Safeway. Burlingame is also home to two main shopping districts along Broadway and Burlingame avenues.

Transportation in Burlingame, CA

Burlingame is part of the BART system, which offers a connection to San Francisco and its surrounding towns, as well as a few bus lanes and a shuttle trolley for local transportation. This is also a great location for renters who prefer to avoid the notorious California traffic as it is very walkable, and you’ll find many dining and shopping opportunities within walking distance of your rental apartment.

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STUDIO	$2,595
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STUDIO	$3,174
1 BED	$3,601
2+ BEDS	$4,773

STUDIO	$2,395+
1 BED	$2,895

STUDIO	$2,150+
1 BED	$2,300+

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2 BEDS	$3,525
3 BEDS	$4,295

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