
Cheap Apartments for Rent near El Granada, CA from $1,700 (42 Rentals)
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Crystal Springs Terrace

2010 Trousdale Dr

Ambassador Apartments

Skycrest Apartments

Pacific View Apartments

Two Clark Drive Apartments

Royal Pines
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The Maurice Apartments

Alta off the Avenue

623 Ansel road

Burlingame Towers

Alta De Sabla

Northpark

Station 16 Apartments
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Bellevue Apartments

412 Richmond Dr

The Bower

One Three Four Elm Apartments

888 San Mateo Apartments

Glendora Apartments

Horizons West Apartments

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave
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8 Greenwood Dr

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Whitman Manor

615 Ansel Rd

4355 Shelter Creek Ln

Arlington

El Rancho Apartments

1312 El Camino Real
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Village At Burlingame

515 N El Camino Real

The Capri

111 Elm St

Crown Towers Apartments

976 Masson Ave

3257 Glendora Dr

1177 Oddstad Blvd
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3550 Carter Dr

Mavericks Apartments
El Granada, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Granada?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Granada Studio Apartments | $3,213 | $1,799 | $4,038 |
| El Granada 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,015 | $2,439 | $7,937 |
| El Granada 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,351 | $3,195 | $7,152 |
| El Granada 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,988 | $3,275 | $7,416 |
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Cheapest Available El Granada Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Granada, CA is a Studio unit found at El Camino Real in the San Bruno neighborhood priced from $1,799. Crystal Springs Terrace in the San Bruno neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,344. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Granada apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Camino Real | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio B-BMR (Income Limit) | Studio,1BA | $2,344 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3,167 |
| Station 16 Apartments | Residence S2 Affordable | Studio,1BA | $3,183 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 206 | 2BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
| Acappella | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,809 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Granada, CA and Nearby
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Granada area is the $3.69 price per square foot Mount Shasta Model at Hillside Garden in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value El Granada apartment is the 2x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $3.57 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Granada apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Garden | Mount Shasta | 2BR,2BA | $3.69 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 206 | 2BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Acappella | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.17 |
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio A-BMR (Income Limit) | Studio ,1BA | $5.12 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $6.09 |
| El Camino Real | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Granada Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Granada?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Granada is at El Camino Real listed at $1,799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Granada Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Granada Apartment is $2,750 at Two Clark Drive Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Granada Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Granada is starting from $3,195 at Crown Towers Apartments.
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