Welcome to the Apartment List October 2026 Rent Report for Union City, CA. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $2,914, roughly the same as last month. Prices remain up 6.3% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Union City rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader San Francisco metro area and the nation as a whole.
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Union City is $2,702+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,994+. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$2,286+
Prices trending up
1 Bed
$2,702+
Prices trending up
2 Beds
$2,994+
Prices trending up
3+ Beds
$4,120+
Prices trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
31770 Alvarado Boulevard, Union City, CA 94587(510) 439-2686
$2,489+/moFees may apply12-mo lease
Top rated for Amenities
“Grateful if further controls by management can be on Residence smoking heavily outside our window and terribly Dog poop is everywhere while walking on Footpaths.”
11 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking + more
More square footage for your money than comparable units nearby.
2 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Union City, CA, the average rent is $2,286+ for a studio, $2,702+ for a 1-bedroom, $2,994+ for a 2-bedroom, and $4,120+ for a 3-bedroom.* For more information on rental trends in Union City, CA, check out our monthly Union City, CA Rent Report.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Union City, CA apartments that allow pets.
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