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The Lamplighter Apartments
1900 Garden DrBurlingame, CA 94010
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789 El CaminoBurlingame, CA 94010
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1415 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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126 N Rollins RdMillbrae, CA 94030
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10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Burlingame, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Burlingame?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Burlingame Studio Apartments | $2,926 | $2,000 | $4,122 |
| Cheap Burlingame 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,513 | $2,185 | $9,999 |
| Cheap Burlingame 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,698 | $2,575 | $6,980 |
| Cheap Burlingame 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,567 | $4,085 | $7,692 |
| Cheap Burlingame 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burlingame, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Burlingame, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Burlingame Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mills Estates | $7,500 | $2,000 | 95 |
Cheapest Available Burlingame Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlingame, CA is a Studio unit found at The Lamplighter Apartments in the Mills Estates neighborhood priced from $2,000. Alta off the Avenue in the Bayfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlingame apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lamplighter Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,535 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,670 |
| Royal Pines | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | Studio,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlingame, CA
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Burlingame area is the $2.58 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 Den, 2 Bath Model at One Three Four Elm Apartments in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,090. The second greatest value Burlingame apartment is the 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burlingame apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Den, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Royal Pines | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| The Lamplighter Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 615 Ansel Rd | Ansel | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
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Burlingame Overview
Affectionately known as 'the city of trees' thanks to its extensive array of budding groves, Burlingame is a charming and picturesque city located snugly in the San Francisco bay area. Offering sweeping seaside views and a schooling system that consistently gets well-earned high marks, this west coast hot spot is a fantastic place to call home.
Why live in Burlingame, CA?
With a current population of just under 30,000 residents, Burlingame rentals represent some of the best living in the entire bay area. Area schools always make the grade, and the easily-walkable downtown area is flush with shopping, fine dining and those famous groves of trees. For those on the west coast eager to discover a more luxurious way of life, an apartment in Burlingame might just be the perfect fit.
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (1013)
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Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Burlingame Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Burlingame?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Burlingame is under $2,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Burlingame?
The cheapest apartment in Burlingame is Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,245, while the average apartment in Burlingame costs $7,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Burlingame?
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 10 regular apartments in Burlingame that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Burlingame?
Cheap apartments in Burlingame have an average cost of $1,889 which is $5,611 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Burlingame.
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