
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

Royal Pines

Alta off the Avenue

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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 | $2,563 | $2,195 | $2,995 |
| Carolands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $2,245 | $4,420 |
| Carolands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,324 | $2,995 | $6,450 |
| Carolands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,265 | $3,795 | $10,000+ |
| Carolands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,995 | $7,995 | $7,995 |
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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 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 01/10/2026 | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carolands, CA
As of December 28, 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 Two Bedroom Model at Alta off the Avenue starting at $3,900 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the Bayfront 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 |
| Alta off the Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 603 Woodside Way, Unit 2 | 603 Woodside Way | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.00 |
| 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 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 01/10/2026 | Studio ,1BA | $4.57 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Arlington | Residence D | 1BR,1BA | $5.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carolands Apartments
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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