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Foster City, CA Local Guide
Foster City by Olivier Bruchez is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foster City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Foster City Studio Apartments | $2,868 | $1,895 | $3,567 |
| Cheap Foster City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,431 | $1,350 | $8,400 |
| Cheap Foster City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,381 | $2,842 | $9,031 |
| Cheap Foster City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,318 | $3,709 | $6,790 |
| Cheap Foster City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,306 | $6,770 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Foster City, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Foster City, 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 Foster City Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilgrim Triton | $4,568 | $1,895 | 71 |
| Vintage Park | $4,916 | $1,895 | 76 |
| Redwood Shores | $7,150 | $1,350 | 65 |
Cheapest Available Foster City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Foster City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St in the Western Hills neighborhood priced from $2,275. The Preston at Hillsdale in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Foster City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio,1BA | $2,437 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $2,797 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $2,842 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3,049 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foster City, CA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foster City area is the $4.09 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at One Hundred Grand in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,999. The second greatest value Foster City apartment is the Cedarwood Model at Lantern Cove starting at $3,635 with a $3.49 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foster City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| One Hundred Grand | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $4.09 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 2 Bed/1 Bath_b10d | 2BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| eaves Foster City | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.18 |
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Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foster City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Foster City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Foster City is at The Preston at Hillsdale listed at $2,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Foster City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Foster City Apartment is $2,275 at 1950 Ivy St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Foster City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Foster City is starting from $2,842 at Bay Terrace.
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