
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colma, CA from $1,000 (54 Rentals)
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50 Los Olivos Ave, Unit 1

134 Santa Barbara Ave, Unit 1

4581 Callan Blvd

Magnolia Plaza Senior Apartments

Amberwood Apartments

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Juniper

362 Alida Way

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Westlake Apartments

517 1st Ln
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50 Hyde Ct

Fairmont Apartments

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Bay View Terrace

Clubview Apartment Homes

738 Vienna St

Skyline Heights Apartments

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50 3rd Ave, Unit 2

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Hillcrest Gardens

The Franciscan Park
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Grand Oak Apartments

93 Crestview Ave

Fernmar North

Peninsula View Apartments~Remodeled 1 BR/BA

Hillside Courtyard

20 Marcie Cir

355 Southgate Ave

35 Kent Ct

The Edgeworth Apartments

Eastmoor Apartments
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55 Calgary St

667 Villa St

Terrace View

Villages at Pacifica

220 Sequoia Ave

St Francis Towers Apartments

Kent Villa

Brosnan Apartments

Farallone

428 Miller Ave
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Twin Manor

Pinefino

Alida Manor Apartments

Gatewood Village

2562 Francisco Blvd

1625 Palmetto Ave

64 Lycett Cir

500 Templeton Ave

8200 Oceanview Terrace

366 Imperial Way
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Colma, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Colma Studio Apartments | $2,847 | $2,431 | $3,550 |
| Cheap Colma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,363 | $1,000 | $7,470 |
| Cheap Colma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,193 | $3,002 | $8,664 |
| Cheap Colma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,112 | $3,725 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Colma Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Colma, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Amberwood Apartments in the Westview neighborhood priced from $2,400. 362 Alida Way in the Pacific Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| 362 Alida Way | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Westlake Apartments | S1-E | Studio,1BA | $2,616 |
| Gatewood Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Juniper | A21-P | 1BR,1BA | $2,791 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Skyline Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,063 |
| eaves Pacifica | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,100 |
| Skyline View | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,224 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colma, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colma area is the $3.00 price per square foot 175 Rae Ave Model at 175 Rae Ave, Unit A in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Colma apartment is the 2x2 Grand Model at Grand & Linden Family Apartments starting at $3,393 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Downtown South San Francisco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 Rae Ave, Unit A | 175 Rae Ave | 3BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Grand & Linden Family Apartments | 2x2 Grand | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Clubview Apartment Homes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| 50 3rd Ave, Unit 2 | 50 3rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Gatewood Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| eaves Pacifica | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Skyline View | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| Juniper | A21-P | 1BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| 362 Alida Way | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colma Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colma Apartment is $2,400 at Amberwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colma is starting from $3,393 at Grand & Linden Family Apartments.
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