Cheap Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA from $900 (78 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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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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15 Mulberry Ct
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

15 Mulberry Ct

15 Mulberry CtBelmont, CA 94002

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Geraldine
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Geraldine

1201 Geraldine WayBelmont, CA 94002
property at 3015 Los Prados St

$1,200 - $1,500

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3015 Los Prados St

San MateoCA94403

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113 Plymouth Ave, Unit ADU
$3,200
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113 Plymouth Ave, Unit ADU

113 Plymouth AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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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 Belmont Family Apartments in the Central neighborhood priced from $2,090. San Carlos Apartments LLC in the McDougal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Belmont apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belmont Family Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,090
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,595
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$2,595
The Riley at Belmont Hills1 + 11BR,1BA$2,600
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,695
Sofi Belmont HillsStudioStudio,1BA$2,755
The Preston at HillsdaleStudioStudio,1BA$2,777
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$2,825
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,2BA$2,995
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesPoppy Premier1BR,1BA$3,002

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belmont area is the $3.55 price per square foot 405 Portofino Dr Model at 405 Portofino Dr, Unit 2 in the in the Brittan Heights neighborhood starting from $5,325. The second greatest value Belmont apartment is the Mount Shasta Model at Hillside Garden starting at $3,255 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Western Hills 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.
405 Portofino Dr, Unit 2405 Portofino Dr3BR,2BA$3.55
Hillside GardenMount Shasta2BR,2BA$3.10
Ralston at BelmontTMA 2+22BR,2BA$3.76
Crown Towers Apartments1062BR,1BA$3.36
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,2BA$3.27
The Riley at Belmont Hills1 + 11BR,1BA$3.29
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$3.58
Madison Place1x1rw1BR,1BA$3.93
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$3.86
Belmont Family Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.87

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect San Francisco Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Sofi Belmont Hills listed at $2,755.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Apartment is $2,090 at Belmont Family 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 $2,491 at Belmont Family Apartments.

What is the most affordable Belmont Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Belmont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Belmont Family Apartments and starts from $2,860.

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