Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Granada, CA from $1,700 (41 Rentals)

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property at 421 Columbus St

$3,200

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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421 Columbus St

El GranadaCA94018

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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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Whitman Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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615 Ansel Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

615 Ansel Rd

615 Ansel RdBurlingame, CA 94010
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El Rancho Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Rancho Apartments

1260 El Camino RealMillbrae, CA 94030
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1312 El Camino Real
1 Bedroom Apartments

1312 El Camino Real

1312 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010
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Village At Burlingame
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village At Burlingame

150 Park RdBurlingame, CA 94010
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515 N El Camino Real
2 Bedroom Apartments

515 N El Camino Real

515 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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111 Elm St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

111 Elm St

111 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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The Capri
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Capri

2005 Murchison DrBurlingame, CA 94010
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property at 976 Masson Ave

$3,200 - $3,500

1 Bedroom Rentals

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976 Masson Ave

San BrunoCA94066

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property at 1215 Skyline Dr

$3,400

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1215 Skyline Dr

Daly CityCA94015
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El Granada, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available El Granada Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in El Granada, CA is a Studio unit found at Crystal Springs Terrace in the Pacific Heights neighborhood priced from $2,500. Alta off the Avenue in the Bayfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Granada apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio B-BMR (Income Limit)Studio,1BA$2,500
Alta off the AvenueStudio BStudio,1BA$2,550
ArlingtonStudio 108Studio,1BA$2,675
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$2,700
Two Clark Drive Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,750
888 San Mateo ApartmentsJR-1 (A) AVAIL 08/10/2026Studio,1BA$2,750
De Sabla ApartmentsSkylineStudio,1BA$2,825
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$2,825
Bellevue Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,995
Two50 DowntownStudio 480 sq ftStudio,1BA$3,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Granada, CA and Nearby

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Granada area is the $3.99 price per square foot C6 Model at Aperture in the in the Hungtinton Park neighborhood starting from $5,472. The second greatest value El Granada apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Lamplighter Apartments starting at $3,650 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Mills Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Granada apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
ApertureC62BR,2BA$3.99
The Lamplighter Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.81
Ambassador Apartments3x23BR,2BA$2.86
Mavericks ApartmentsPlan A2BR,2BA$3.91
Crown Towers Apartments1062BR,1BA$3.36
AcappellaA21BR,1BA$4.17
412 Richmond DrApt. 62BR,1BA$4.00
Two Clark Drive Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.44
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$3.58
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$3.60

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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El Granada, CA

Ranked #258

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

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2.5
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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 Crystal Springs Terrace listed at $2,500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Granada Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Granada Apartment is $2,608 at Crystal Springs Terrace.

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.

What is the most affordable El Granada Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap El Granada Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ambassador Apartments and starts from $3,275.

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