
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Neighborhood of Foster City, CA from $1,800 (49 Rentals)
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Tradewind Surf Apartments

Beachcomber Bali

Beachwalk

Beach Cove

eaves Foster City

Harbor Cove

Shadow Cove

The Lagoons
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766 Edgewater Blvd

Fosters Landing

One Hundred Grand

The Plaza

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707 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID593

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726 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID854

Waters Edge

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899 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID874

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766 Edgewater Blvd, Unit SI FL2-ID2143
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766 Edgewater Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID2053

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1999 Beach Park Blvd, Unit SI FL2-ID595

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The Triton

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900 E Hillsdale Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID585

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722 Edgewater Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID567

1000 Stern Ln

716 Nina Ln

807 Taurus Dr

Sand Castle Apartments
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Madison Place

East 19th Avenue Apartments

Chesapeake Point

Lakeshore Landing
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2727 Edison

CitySouth

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Bridgepointe

Furnished Studio-San Francisco - San Mateo - SFO

Park Place at San Mateo

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2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID713

Montara

Mariner's West Apartments

1113 Haddon Dr
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1109 Haddon Dr

The Preston at Hillsdale

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Field House at Bay Meadows
Lincoln, Foster City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Studio Apartments | $3,017 | $1,875 | $3,899 |
| Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,667 | $2,150 | $9,156 |
| Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,705 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,417 | $4,558 | $9,396 |
| Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lincoln Neighborhood of Foster City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lincoln Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lincoln area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Madison Place priced from $2,695. The Preston at Hillsdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,810. Here are the most affordable Lincoln apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,810 |
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,136 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,389 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3,499 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3,649 |
| The Plaza | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,699 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | 2BR,1BA | $3,910 |
| The Lagoons | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,999 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Harbor | 2BR,2BA | $4,097 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln area is the $4.45 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at One Hundred Grand in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,067. The second greatest value Lincoln apartment is the Wake Model at Waters Edge starting at $4,943 with a $4.49 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.45 |
| Waters Edge | Wake | 2BR,2BA | $4.49 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $4.49 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Harbor | 2BR,2BA | $4.56 |
| Shadow Cove | Balboa | 2BR,1BA | $4.98 |
| Sand Cove | 2x1 - Monterey | 2BR,1BA | $5.08 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | 2BR,1BA | $5.01 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Apartment is $2,695 at Madison Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lincoln Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lincoln is starting from $3,395 at Madison Place.
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