
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Downs Neighborhood of Belmont, CA from $1,895 (50 Rentals)
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1190 Ralston Ave

885 Laurel Ave

630 Masonic Way

100 Irene Ct

300 Oxford Way

181 Irene Ct

150 Irene Ct

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1625 Sixth Ave

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Sofi Belmont Glen

1621 Sixth Ave

1000 South Belmont

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840 El Camino Real

590 Ralston Ave
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921 Hill

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611 Wessex Way

1160 Elmer St

Bay Terrace

Madison Place

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zLaurel Place Apartments

27 E 41st Pl

20 E 41st Pl

4107 Beresford St

49 E 40th Ave

68 38th Ave W

103 W 38th Ave

4329 Beresford St

4004 Beresford St
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82 E. 39th Avenue

19 East 41st Place

72 E 39th Avenue

4333 Beresford St

32 East Fortieth

1 E 40th Ave

46 East Thirty-Ninth

35 E 41st Pl
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Sterling Downs, Belmont, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling Downs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Downs Studio Apartments | $3,636 | $2,095 | $4,248 |
| Sterling Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,889 | $2,090 | $4,729 |
| Sterling Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,409 | $3,181 | $6,006 |
| Sterling Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,177 | $4,025 | $4,350 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Sterling Downs Neighborhood of Belmont, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sterling Downs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sterling Downs area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Belmont Family Apartments priced from $2,090. 21 East 40th Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Sterling Downs apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| 21 East 40th Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,275 |
| The Hayden | S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,436 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $4,033 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling Downs, CA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling Downs area is the $4.07 price per square foot Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Crestview Apartments in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value Sterling Downs apartment is the 1 x 1 Model at Madison Place starting at $2,795 with a $3.93 price per square foot in the Sugarloaf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling Downs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $6.77 |
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| The Hayden | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Downs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sterling Downs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sterling Downs is under $4,033.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sterling Downs?
The cheapest apartment in Sterling Downs is Belmont Family Apartments which is listed at $2,090, while the average apartment in Sterling Downs costs $4,087.
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