
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Belmont Neighborhood of Belmont, CA from $1,795 (66 Rentals)
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Artisan Crossing

1190 Ralston Ave

885 Laurel Ave

181 Irene Ct

300 Oxford Way

150 Irene Ct

630 Masonic Way

100 Irene Ct

1625 Sixth Ave
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922 Academy Ave

421 Wessex Way

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924 Academy Ave

15 Mulberry Ct

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Sofi Belmont Glen

6th Ave
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840 El Camino Real

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SleepMode Apartments

1000 South Belmont

1621 Sixth Ave

590 Ralston Ave

901 Granada St

Belmont Heights

611 Wessex Way
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Catania Regency Apartments

1160 Elmer St

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Normandy Gardens

921 Hill

Trestle

Lantern Cove

3633 Colegrove Apartments

zLaurel Place Apartments

27 E 41st Pl
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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

103 W 38th Ave
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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 | $3,846 | $2,195 | $4,720 |
| Downtown Belmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,269 | $2,278 | $5,102 |
| Downtown Belmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,234 | $3,800 | $6,119 |
| Downtown Belmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,955 | $6,701 | $7,147 |
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There are currently 66 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 Belmont Family Apartments priced from $2,278. Crestview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,175. Here are the most affordable Downtown Belmont apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,278 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,175 |
| Artisan Crossing | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $3,664 |
| The Hayden | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4,277 |
| Trestle | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $5,901 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Belmont, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Belmont area is the $5.84 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at Trestle in the in the McDougal neighborhood starting from $5,901. The second greatest value Downtown Belmont apartment is the Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Crestview Apartments starting at $3,175 with a $3.95 price per square foot in the Belmont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trestle | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $5.84 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $7.52 |
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Belmont Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Belmont?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Belmont is Belmont Family Apartments which is listed at $2,278, while the average apartment in Downtown Belmont costs $4,628.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Belmont?
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 2 regular apartments in Downtown Belmont that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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