Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Redwood Shores Neighborhood of Foster City, CA from $1,800 (41 Rentals)

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The Triton
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$3,801 - $11,659
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Triton

55 Triton Park LnFoster City, CA 94404
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Sand Castle Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sand Castle Apartments

1125 Balclutha DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Franciscan Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Franciscan Apartments

888 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Kula Kai Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kula Kai Apartments

808 Comet DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Sand Cove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sand Cove

777 Shell BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Miramar
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Miramar

1288 E Hillsdale BlvdFoster City, CA 94404

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Bridgepointe
$3,276 - $4,746
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Bridgepointe

1987 Bridgepointe PkySan Mateo, CA 94404
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The Hayden
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$3,802 - $7,648
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The Hayden

815 Old County RdBelmont, CA 94002
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Redwood Shores, Foster City, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Redwood Shores Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Redwood Shores area of Foster City, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Hill Garden Apartments priced from $2,165. eaves Foster City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,956. Here are the most affordable Redwood Shores apartments for rent in Foster City, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hill Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,165
eaves Foster CityA11BR,1BA$2,956
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$2,964
Harbor Cove1x1-6251BR,1BA$3,000
CitySouthDelmonico (A1B)1BR,1BA$3,003
The PlazaPlan 1A1BR,1BA$3,129
Fosters LandingPlan 1B1BR,1BA$3,277
Crestview ApartmentsPlan D2: 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3,400
Sand Cove1x1 - Malibu1BR,1BA$3,435
One Hundred GrandPlan 1B1BR,1BA$3,519

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood Shores, CA

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Redwood Shores area is the $3.51 price per square foot Three Bedroom One and One Half Bathroom Townhome Model at The Preston at Hillsdale in the in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood starting from $4,362. The second greatest value Redwood Shores apartment is the Plan 2A Model at Miramar starting at $4,975 with a $4.40 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Redwood Shores apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preston at HillsdaleThree Bedroom One and One Half Bathroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$3.51
MiramarPlan 2A2BR,2BA$4.40
Crestview ApartmentsPlan D2: 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.24
Lantern CoveCedarwood2BR,2BA$3.53
Old County Road Apartments2x1 Gold Washer and Dryer2BR,1BA$3.96
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesCypress Premier2BR,1BA$4.10
Shadow CoveBalboa2BR,1BA$4.33
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$3.95
eaves Foster CityA11BR,1BA$4.22
CitySouthDelmonico (A1B)1BR,1BA$4.42

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including Foster City. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Redwood Shores Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood Shores Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood Shores Apartment is $2,956 at eaves Foster City.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Redwood Shores Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Redwood Shores is starting from $2,165 at Hill Garden Apartments.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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