
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Downs Neighborhood of Belmont, CA from $1,800 (49 Rentals)
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The Hayden

Hill Garden Apartments

1190 Ralston Ave

885 Laurel Ave

630 Masonic Way

100 Irene Ct

150 Irene Ct

300 Oxford Way
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181 Irene Ct

Village Walk - Firehouse Townhomes

421 Wessex Way

1625 Sixth Ave

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Crestview Apartments

Sofi Belmont Glen

1621 Sixth Ave

1000 South Belmont
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840 El Camino Real

590 Ralston Ave

901 Granada St

Belmont Heights

Catania Regency Apartments

921 Hill

Belmont Apartments

611 Wessex Way

1160 Elmer St
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Bay Terrace

Madison Place

Lantern Cove

zLaurel Place Apartments

27 E 41st Pl

20 E 41st Pl

4107 Beresford St

49 E 40th Ave

68 38th Ave W
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103 W 38th Ave

4329 Beresford St

4004 Beresford St

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The Villa at San Mateo

82 E. 39th Avenue

19 East 41st Place

72 E 39th Avenue

4333 Beresford St
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32 East Fortieth

1 E 40th Ave

46 East Thirty-Ninth

35 E 41st Pl
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 | $3,182 | $3,071 | $3,294 |
| Sterling Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,442 | $2,165 | $4,710 |
| Sterling Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,941 | $2,941 | $5,826 |
| Sterling Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,550 | $4,550 | $4,550 |
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There are currently 49 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 Hill Garden Apartments priced from $2,165. Madison Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,575. Here are the most affordable Sterling Downs apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Verbena Premier | 1BR,1BA | $2,915 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3,685 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $3,840 |
| The Hayden | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4,178 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling Downs, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling Downs area is the $3.53 price per square foot Cedarwood Model at Lantern Cove in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $3,685. The second greatest value Sterling Downs apartment is the Cypress Premier Model at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes starting at $3,666 with a $4.10 price per square foot in the Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Cypress Premier | 2BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| The Hayden | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $6.02 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $5.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSterling Downs, Belmont, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Downs Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Downs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sterling Downs Apartment is $2,165 at Hill Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sterling Downs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sterling Downs is starting from $3,395 at Madison Place.
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