
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Neighborhood of Foster City, CA from $1,875 (49 Rentals)
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Beachcomber Bali

Beach Cove

Beachwalk

eaves Foster City

920 Beach Park Blvd

Fosters Landing

Shadow Cove
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666 Edgewater Blvd, Unit SI FL2-ID652

The Lagoons

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726 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID854

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766 Edgewater Blvd, Unit PL FL1-ID2159

766 Edgewater Blvd

Harbor Cove

Waters Edge

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707 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID593

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899 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID874
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1999 Beach Park Blvd, Unit SI FL2-ID595

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950 E Hillsdale Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID2054

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900 E Hillsdale Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID585

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The Triton

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Sand Cove
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Marlin Cove Apartments

Miramar

912 Beach Park Blvd

1757 Nash Dr

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Madison Place

East 19th Avenue Apartments

CitySouth
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2727 Edison

Lakeshore Landing

Chesapeake Point

1850 El Parque Ct

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Bridgepointe

Furnished Studio-San Francisco - San Mateo - SFO

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2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID713

Park Place at San Mateo

Montara
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1113 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon Dr

The Preston at Hillsdale
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 | $3,016 | $1,875 | $3,980 |
| Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,730 | $2,150 | $9,200 |
| Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,768 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,035 | $4,555 | $8,406 |
| Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,350 | $5,350 | $5,350 |
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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 $2,795. The Preston at Hillsdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,824. 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 | $2,795 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | One Bedroom One Bath 550 | 1BR,1BA | $2,824 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3,187 |
| 2727 Edison | Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $3,199 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $3,357 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,369 |
| Shadow Cove | San Lucas | Studio,1BA | $3,616 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | 2BR,1BA | $3,700 |
| Sand Cove | 2x1 - Monterey | 2BR,1BA | $4,679 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $4,803 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln area is the $4.04 price per square foot 33CH Model at Bridgepointe in the in the East San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,762. The second greatest value Lincoln apartment is the Plan 2C Model at Miramar starting at $5,707 with a $4.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgepointe | 33CH | 3BR,3BA | $4.04 |
| Miramar | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.56 |
| Waters Edge | Wake | 2BR,2BA | $4.46 |
| Marlin Cove Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath-The Seahorse | 2BR,2BA | $4.46 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | 2BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 2727 Edison | Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $4.57 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
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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 $2,679 at The Preston at Hillsdale.
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 $3,700 at Harbor Cove.
What is the most affordable Lincoln Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lincoln Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Preston at Hillsdale and starts from $4,876.
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