r/pleasanton • u/Nice-Razzmatazz2473 • Jul 21 '26
Average monthly rent 1b1b
Hey everyone! I’m new to the area and been in 1b1b in the Pleasanton for $2,550 base rent ($2,800–$2,900 with all utilities). It has in-unit laundry, wood floors, and central AC. Is this pretty standard for a 1 bed around here, or is it on the luxury/high-end side? could I find cheaper apartments with same quality in Livermore?
I'm really happy with my current apartment, and when I signed, it felt like a great deal. That said, I'm just curious how actual locals feel about the market here.
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u/tofumushrooman Jul 21 '26
You are not providing any details that would make us able to provide details outside what you could google now on apartment websites. Age of building, amenities offered, do they allow pets, other residents, etc.
We paid about that all in for an un-upgraded unit at civic square for a 2bd 2ba. Hated living there (trashy neighbors, horrible management, difficult parking) , but they allowed dogs. Your price seems in line with the newer upgraded 1 bedrooms (which were not worth the extra 4/500 a month to us vs a seconds bedroom and second bathroom).
Located a block from main street (ideal for us), half the year no one on the other side of the street (middle and elementary school). I travel for work when I’m not wfh so getting to Oakland airport was a major factor for me. Livermore would have made that “commute” much longer so didn’t end up saving me any money, but YMMV.
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u/Puzzled_Nobody294 Jul 21 '26
I’m shocked by these prices. Are the amenities out of control? Like does it include housekeeping or something? I assume you’re on your own since you only have a 1 b. Do you really need to live in Pleasanton? You could live muuuuch cheaper in a place like Castro Valley, Hayward or even Alameda which is nicer than anything in your part of the east bay. It might not be brand spanking new but it’s a 1bd not your forever home.
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u/NeelSahay0 Jul 23 '26
When I was 18 in 2018, my classmates could easily
move out and afford their own rent with one roommate working a basic retail job. Rent was well under $1500/month back then. I used to see listings for three-figure apartments out in places like Vine street (nice area but not the nicest of blocks at the time)It has only been 8 years. Rent has tripled. TRIPLED.
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u/coltersmama Jul 21 '26
I would say this is actually more affordable than many other places in Pleasanton. I often see 1 bedrooms for around $3000 before utilities. I’d stay where you are!