
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Foster City, CA from $1,700 (33 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foster City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Foster City Studio Apartments | $2,989 | $1,995 | $4,226 |
Cheap Foster City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $2,195 | $8,860 |
Cheap Foster City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,327 | $2,895 | $8,772 |
Cheap Foster City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,414 | $3,516 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Foster City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,160 | $7,070 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Foster City, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current 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 |
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Redwood Shores | $7,150 | $2,900 | 18 |
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. Fourth Circle in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,320. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Foster City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,320 |
3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10b | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
San Carlos Apartments LLC | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Juniper Premier 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,729 |
eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,746 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,916 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foster City, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foster City area is the $3.62 price per square foot Plan B Model at Pescadero in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,025. The second greatest value Foster City apartment is the Plan 3B Model at Chesapeake Point starting at $4,352 with a $3.98 price per square foot in the Birds 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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Pescadero | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.98 |
Harbor Cove | 2x2-1020 | 2BR,2BA | $3.79 |
The Plaza | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.78 |
The Preston at Hillsdale | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.53 |
The Madison Belmont | Richmond | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.29 |
3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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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
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 Foster City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Foster City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Foster City is at Fourth Circle listed at $2,320.
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 $2,995 at Madison Place.
What is the most affordable Foster City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Foster City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chesapeake Point and starts from $4,352.
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