
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carolands Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA from $1,900 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Carolands area of Hillsborough.


Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes

Ambassador Apartments

Arlington

Alta off the Avenue

Burlingame Towers
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Carolands, Granite Bay, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carolands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolands Studio Apartments | $2,533 | $2,195 | $2,995 |
| Carolands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $2,245 | $7,649 |
| Carolands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $2,995 | $6,010 |
| Carolands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,675 | $4,400 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carolands Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carolands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carolands area of Granite Bay, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes priced from $2,245. Ambassador Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Carolands apartments for rent in Granite Bay, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Arlington | Studio 03 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 11/15/2025) | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carolands, CA
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carolands area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Carolands apartment is the 2x2 Model at Burlingame Towers starting at $3,534 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Burlingame Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carolands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Burlingame Towers | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| 515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 623 Ansel road | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 11/15/2025) | Studio ,1BA | $4.57 |
| Arlington | Studio 03 | Studio ,1BA | $6.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarolands, Hillsborough, CA
Ranked #12
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Carolands Neighborhood in Hillsborough, CA
Walk Score®
6 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
4 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Carolands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carolands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carolands is at Arlington listed at $2,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolands Apartment is $2,245 at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carolands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carolands is starting from $2,995 at 515 N El Camino Real.
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