Cheap Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA from $1,850 (65 Rentals)

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Chateau D'Oro Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau D'Oro Apartments

1001 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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Catania Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catania Apartments

2431 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Carlmont Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carlmont Heights

2213 Hastings DrBelmont, CA 94002
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6th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6th Ave

1665 6th AveBelmont, CA 94002

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15 Mulberry Ct
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

15 Mulberry Ct

15 Mulberry CtBelmont, CA 94002
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Sofi Belmont Hills
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Belmont Hills

2515 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Geraldine
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Geraldine

1201 Geraldine WayBelmont, CA 94002

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Walnut Studios
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Studios

817 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Greenwood Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Greenwood Apartments

1150 Greenwood AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Montara
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Montara

2775 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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17-25 Devonshire
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17-25 Devonshire

17-25 Devonshire BlvdSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Cedar Patio Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Patio Apartments

547 Cedar StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1950 Ivy St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1950 Ivy St

1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Sand Castle Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sand Castle Apartments

1125 Balclutha DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Laurel Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Terrace

399 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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540 Elm Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

540 Elm Street

540 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Cheapest Available Belmont Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Belmont, CA is a Studio unit found at 21 East 40th Ave. in the Sugarloaf neighborhood priced from $2,195. Madison Place in the Sugarloaf neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Belmont apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
21 East 40th Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio, 1BA$2,195
Madison Place1 x 11BR, 1BA$2,795
Hillsdale Garden1 Bed C1BR, 1BA$2,858
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR, 1BA$2,995
eaves Foster CityA11BR, 1BA$3,056
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR, 1BA$3,069
The Preston at HillsdaleOne Bedroom One Bath 5501BR, 1BA$3,096
Sofi Belmont HillsStudioStudio, 1BA$3,134
Ralston at BelmontTMA 1+11BR, 1BA$3,282

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA

As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belmont area is the $4.62 price per square foot Plan 3A Townhome Model at One Hundred Grand in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,877. The second greatest value Belmont apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at El Dorado Apartments in the Belmont neighborhood starting at $4,350 with a $3.59 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belmont apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One Hundred GrandPlan 3A Townhome3BR, 3BA$4.62
El Dorado Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR, 2BA$3.59
Flores 26602BR/1.5BA2BR, 1.5BA$3.23
Ralston at BelmontTMA 2+22BR, 2BA$4.32
Lantern CoveCedarwood2BR, 2BA$4.20
Hillsdale Garden2 Bed C2BR, 1BA$4.24
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR, 1BA$4.29
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR, 1BA$3.99
Madison Place1 x 11BR, 1BA$3.93
616 Cedar St, Unit B616 Cedar StStudio, 1BA$3.08

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Belmont Overview

The apartments in Belmont are some of the best in the Bay Area as they are affordable and yet still offer residents easy access to all the amenities Belmont and the greater San Francisco area has to offer. Living here, you get to enjoy gorgeous public lands to your southwest, San Francisco Bay to your northeast, and a great many urban amenities at Belmont’s heart. 

Why live in Belmont, CA?

Apartments in Belmont are truly unique in that they benefit from being part of the city’s massive smoking ordinance. In 2009, the city attracted national attention for passing what was then the first-of-its-kind smoking ban. That ban, that remains in effect today, prohibits smoking in all multi-story apartments, condominiums, and businesses. So if clean air and a city that cares about public health are important lifestyle facets to you, then Belmont is a great place to live. As in addition to this ordinance, the city has an incredible array of parks and community spaces -- furthering proving its big focus on health and lifestyle.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belmont Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Belmont?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Belmont is at 21 East 40th Ave. listed at $2,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Apartment is $2,795 at Madison Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Belmont Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Belmont is starting from $3,069 at Bay Terrace.

What is the most affordable Belmont Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Belmont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,792.

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