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San MateoCA94403
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1906 Palm Ave

San MateoCA94403

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Belmont, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Belmont Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Belmont, CA is a Studio unit found at Walnut Studios in the McDougal neighborhood priced from $916. Bonnie Brae Terrace in the Western Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Belmont apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walnut StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$916
Bonnie Brae TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Apartment in San Carlos Creek0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,040
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA and Nearby

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Belmont area is the $3.79 price per square foot 2x2-1020 Model at Harbor Cove in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $3,870. The second greatest value Belmont apartment is the Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A Model at The Preston at Hillsdale starting at $3,445 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Pilgrim-Triton 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.
Harbor Cove2x2-10202BR,2BA$3.79
The Preston at HillsdaleTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A2BR,1.5BA$3.53
The Madison BelmontRichmond2BR,2BA$3.54
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.05
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.56
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$3.60
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.44
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$3.56
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.79
Walnut StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$2.54

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Frequently Asked Questions about Belmont

What type of rentals are currently available in Belmont?

There are currently 705 Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA with pricing that ranges from $916 to $13,250. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Belmont ranging from $1,320 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Belmont?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Belmont ranges from $1,320 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,014.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Belmont?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Belmont range from $3,516 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,200 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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