
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Burlingame, CA from $1,300 (37 Rentals)
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2010 Trousdale Dr

216 Anita Rd

Arlington
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50 N San Mateo Dr

904 Peninsula Ave

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Burlingame, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Burlingame?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Burlingame Studio Apartments | $2,996 | $2,045 | $4,121 |
Cheap Burlingame 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,864 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Burlingame 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,142 | $2,626 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Burlingame 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,562 | $3,500 | $8,057 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burlingame, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/09/2025Current 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 |
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Mills Estates | $6,938 | $2,045 | 109 |
Cheapest Available Burlingame Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlingame, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes in the Burlingame Park neighborhood priced from $2,245. 2010 Trousdale Dr in the Mills Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,270. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlingame apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,270 |
Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,272 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,626 |
One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,715 |
Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 2nd FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $2,725 |
Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Alta off the Avenue | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlingame, CA
As of September 09, 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 2x1.5 Model at Monterey Garden starting at $3,999 with a $3.34 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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718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Monterey Garden | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.34 |
300 Murchison Dr, #202, Unit 202 | 300 Murchison Dr, #202 | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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.
Pet Friendly LifestyleBurlingame, CA
Ranked #280
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
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 $2,800.
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 $6,938.
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 7 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 $295 which is $6,643 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Burlingame.
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