
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Belmont Neighborhood of Belmont, CA from $1,700 (67 Rentals)
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Artisan Crossing

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820 Gordon Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5

1190 Ralston Ave

885 Laurel Ave

181 Irene Ct

300 Oxford Way

150 Irene Ct

630 Masonic Way

100 Irene Ct
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1625 Sixth Ave

Carlmont Gardens

922 Academy Ave

421 Wessex Way

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924 Academy Ave

Crestview Apartments

Old County Road Apartments

15 Mulberry Ct

Sofi Belmont Glen
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6th Ave

Hill Garden Apartments

El Dorado Apartments

SleepMode Apartments

840 El Camino Real

1000 South Belmont

1621 Sixth Ave

590 Ralston Ave

901 Granada St

Belmont Heights
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611 Wessex Way

Catania Regency Apartments

1160 Elmer St

Belmont Apartments

Normandy Gardens

921 Hill

Trestle

Lantern Cove

3633 Colegrove Apartments

zLaurel Place Apartments
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27 E 41st Pl

191 Elm St

20 E 41st Pl

257 Elm St

156-162 Laurel St

49 E 40th Ave

4107 Beresford St

182-190 Elm St

Spring Valley Condominiums

68 38th Ave W
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Downtown Belmont, Belmont, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Belmont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Belmont Studio Apartments | $3,115 | $2,399 | $3,771 |
| Downtown Belmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,602 | $2,499 | $4,690 |
| Downtown Belmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,291 | $3,237 | $5,471 |
| Downtown Belmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,034 | $5,780 | $6,226 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Belmont Neighborhood of Belmont, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Belmont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Belmont area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3633 Colegrove Apartments priced from $2,595. Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,060. Here are the most affordable Downtown Belmont apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Verbana Premier 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,060 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $3,466 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3,750 |
| Trestle | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,822 |
| The Hayden | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4,032 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Belmont, CA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Belmont area is the $3.60 price per square foot Cedarwood Model at Lantern Cove in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Downtown Belmont apartment is the Plan C1:Washer and Dryer Model at Crestview Apartments starting at $3,150 with a $3.38 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Belmont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan C1:Washer and Dryer | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Cypress Premier | 2BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| The Hayden | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $5.81 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Trestle | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.70 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $6.06 |
| 820 Gordon Ave, Unit 5 | 820 Gordon Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.95 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Belmont Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Belmont?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Belmont is at Artisan Crossing listed at $2,938.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Belmont Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Belmont Apartment is $2,595 at 3633 Colegrove Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Belmont Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Belmont is starting from $3,450 at Crestview Apartments.
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