
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Belmont, CA from $1,600 (36 Rentals)
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The Riley at Belmont Hills

837 Laurel Ave

1015 Continentals Ave

Belmont Square Apartments

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920 Hill St, Unit 920 Hill st.

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The Hayden

922 Hill St

Artisan Crossing
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Carlmont Apartments - Entire Building Remodeled - No Pet Fee

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815 Old County Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID1920

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815 Old County Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID1919

Chateau D'Oro Apartments

Bonnie Brae Terrace, A 62+ Community

Catania Apartments

Carlmont Heights

Carlmont Hills Apartments

Village Court Apartments
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The Alameda Apartments

Village Drive Apartments

Crestview Apartments

Sofi Belmont Hills

1016 Continentals Ave

Old County Road Apartments

Geraldine

15 Mulberry Ct

El Dorado Apartments
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Ralston at Belmont

Belmont Terrace

3633 Colegrove Apartments

Lantern Cove

3655 Colegrove Apartments

36th Avenue Apartments

zLaurel Place Apartments

The Villa at San Mateo

321 42nd Ave
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Central, Belmont, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Studio Apartments | $2,950 | $2,414 | $3,670 |
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $2,090 | $4,720 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,665 | $2,491 | $5,557 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $2,860 | $2,860 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Neighborhood of Belmont, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Belmont Family Apartments priced from $2,090. Hillsdale Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,414. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,414 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | 1 + 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Poppy Premier | 1BR,1BA | $2,920 |
| Sofi Belmont Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,265 |
| Carlmont Apartments - Entire Building Remodeled - No Pet Fee | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3,750 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,792 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,834 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, CA
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $4.04 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Old County Road Apartments in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $4,595. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Carlmont Apartments - Entire Building Remodeled - No Pet Fee starting at $3,750 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old County Road Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.04 |
| Carlmont Apartments - Entire Building Remodeled - No Pet Fee | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Cypress Premier 2 | 2BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | 1 + 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Sofi Belmont Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.44 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.26 |
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central?
The cheapest apartment in Central is Belmont Family Apartments which is listed at $2,090, while the average apartment in Central costs $3,751.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central?
Cheap apartments in Central have an average cost of $1,344 which is $2,407 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central.
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