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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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Ralston at Belmont
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ralston at Belmont

1000 Continentals WayBelmont, 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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$2,200 - $2,500

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3015 Los Prados St

San MateoCA94403

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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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Devonshire
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Devonshire

17-25 Devonshire BlvdSan Carlos, CA 94070
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$2,200

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32 Cambridge St

San CarlosCA94070
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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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Belmont, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Belmont Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Belmont, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hill Garden Apartments in the Central neighborhood priced from $2,165. Hillsdale Garden in the Western Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,359. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Belmont apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hill Garden Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,165
Hillsdale GardenStudioStudio,1BA$2,359
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$2,595
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,595
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,625
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$2,700
Ralston at BelmontTMA 1+11BR,1BA$2,791
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,795
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$2,825
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesJuniper Premier 21BR,1BA$2,842

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belmont area is the $3.58 price per square foot TMA 2+2 Model at Ralston at Belmont in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,755. The second greatest value Belmont apartment is the The Veranda Model at Bay Terrace starting at $4,099 with a $4.31 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. 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.
Ralston at BelmontTMA 2+22BR,2BA$3.58
Bay TerraceThe Veranda3BR,2BA$4.31
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.05
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$3.58
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$3.60
Lantern CoveAlderwood1BR,1BA$4.31
Madison Place1x1rw1BR,1BA$3.93
eaves Foster CityA11BR,1BA$4.16
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$3.86
Hillsdale GardenStudioStudio ,1BA$4.16

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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 Hillsdale Garden listed at $2,359.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Apartment is $2,165 at Hill Garden Apartments.

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 $2,795 at Belmont Square Apartments.

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