Cheap Apartments for Rent in Burlingame, CA from $1,300 (42 Rentals)

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1133-1129 Rhinette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

1133-1129 Rhinette AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Highland Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Apartments

115 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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1726 Sequoia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1726 Sequoia Ave

1726 Sequoia AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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128 Lorton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

128 Lorton Ave

128 Lorton AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Florigrove Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Florigrove Apartments

1419-1421 Oak Grove AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Brickline Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 Elm St

116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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816 Highland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

816 Highland Ave

816 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

227 Elm St

227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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243 N. Ellsworth
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

243 N. Ellsworth

243 N Ellsworth AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Gateway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Royal Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Royal Apartments

651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Terrace Hills
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Hills

619 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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433 Turner Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

433 Turner Terrace

433 Turner TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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960 Palm
1 Bedroom Apartments

960 Palm

960 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

Burlingame, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burlingame, CA

Pricing Updated: 10/24/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mills Estates$6,803$2,170173

Cheapest Available Burlingame Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlingame, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 243 N. Ellsworth in the Central San Mateo neighborhood priced from $2,150. Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes in the Burlingame Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlingame apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
243 N. Ellsworth1 bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,150
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,245
Fourth CircleStudioStudio,1BA$2,245
496 Richmond Drive1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,250
2010 Trousdale DrGarden StudioStudio,1BA$2,270
Ambassador Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,450
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence S1Studio,1BA$2,495
ArlingtonStudio 03Studio,1BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlingame, CA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Burlingame area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Burlingame apartment is the 2x2 Model at Burlingame Towers starting at $3,534 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Burlingame Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burlingame apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
718 N Claremont St2 Bedrooms + Family Room2BR,1BA$2.67
Burlingame Towers2x22BR,2BA$3.31
515 N El Camino Real2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.00
412 Richmond Dr2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.84
111 Elm St2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.44
El Rancho Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$3.15
Two Clark Drive Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.44
One Three Four Elm Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.53
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01
243 N. Ellsworth1 bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.07

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Burlingame, CA

Ranked #338

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Burlingame, CA

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

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 $2,500.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Burlingame?

The cheapest apartment in Burlingame is 243 N. Ellsworth which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in Burlingame costs $6,803.

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 $348 which is $6,455 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Burlingame.

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