Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ampex Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,100 (200 Rentals)

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539 Cedar St
2 Bedroom Apartments

539 Cedar St

539 Cedar StRedwood City, CA 94063
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One Marina
Studio Apartments

One Marina

630-650 Bair Island RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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141 Oak Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

141 Oak Ave

141 Oak AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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354 1st Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

354 1st Ave

354 1st AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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619 Hampshire Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

619 Hampshire Ave

619 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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1480 Hess Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1480 Hess Rd

1480 Hess RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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412 Beech St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

412 Beech St

412 Beech StRedwood City, CA 94063
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Middlefield Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Middlefield Court

1903 Middlefield RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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Oaks Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oaks Apartments

1536 Oxford StRedwood City, CA 94061
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222-226 Hemlock Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222-226 Hemlock Ave

222-226 Hemlock AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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150 Locust St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

150 Locust St

150 Locust StRedwood City, CA 94061
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720 Elm St
Studio Apartments

720 Elm St

720 Elm StRedwood City, CA 94063
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329 Heller St
Studio Apartments

329 Heller St

329 Heller StRedwood City, CA 94063

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125 Oak Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

125 Oak Ave

125 Oak AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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515 Lucerne Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

515 Lucerne Ave

515 Lucerne AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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505 Heller St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

505 Heller St

505 Heller StRedwood City, CA 94063
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2790 Marlborough Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2790 Marlborough Ave

2790 Marlborough AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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Bldg A
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bldg A

1555 El Camino RealRedwood City, CA 94063
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407 Chestnut St
Studio Apartments

407 Chestnut St

407 Chestnut StRedwood City, CA 94063
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509 Hampshire Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

509 Hampshire Ave

509 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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554 Lucerne Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

554 Lucerne Ave

554 Lucerne AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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2451 Middlefield Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2451 Middlefield Rd

2451 Middlefield RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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633 Buckeye St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

633 Buckeye St

633 Buckeye StRedwood City, CA 94063

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511 Buckeye St
1 Bedroom Apartments

511 Buckeye St

511 Buckeye StRedwood City, CA 94063
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420 Chestnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

420 Chestnut St

420 Chestnut StRedwood City, CA 94063
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565 Hampshire Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

565 Hampshire Ave

565 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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1440 Hess Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1440 Hess Rd

1440 Hess RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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422 Spring St
1 Bedroom Apartments

422 Spring St

422 Spring StRedwood City, CA 94063
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245 Poplar Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

245 Poplar Ave

245 Poplar AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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1065-1067 Dodge Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1065-1067 Dodge Dr

1065-1067 Dodge DrRedwood City, CA 94063
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325 Redwood Ave
Studio Apartments

325 Redwood Ave

325 Redwood AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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3448-3454 Michael Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3448-3454 Michael Dr

3448-3454 Michael DrRedwood City, CA 94063

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7-21 Columbia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7-21 Columbia Ave

7-21 Columbia AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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2804 Curtis Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2804 Curtis Ave

2804 Curtis AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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523 Stambaugh St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

523 Stambaugh St

523 Stambaugh StRedwood City, CA 94063
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3232-3238 Rolison Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3232-3238 Rolison Rd

3232-3238 Rolison RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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Oakside Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakside Terrace

600 Oakside AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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561 4th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

561 4th Ave

561 4th AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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635 Laurel St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

635 Laurel St

635 Laurel StRedwood City, CA 94063

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Ampex, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ampex Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ampex area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 417 Stambaugh St priced from $2,125. Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Ampex apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
417 Stambaugh StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,125
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$2,395
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,395
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,495
1619 Oxford St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3,125
mResidences Redwood City1C1BR,1BA$3,287
Stone Creek Apartments2x2B2BR,2BA$3,295
707 LeahyConifer1BR,1BA$3,443
The Marston by WindsorA21BR,1BA$3,825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ampex, CA

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ampex area is the $3.35 price per square foot 2x2B Model at Stone Creek Apartments in the in the Roosevelt neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Ampex apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1619 Oxford St starting at $3,125 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the West Atherton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ampex apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stone Creek Apartments2x2B2BR,2BA$3.35
1619 Oxford St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.21
417 Stambaugh StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.79
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
mResidences Redwood City1C1BR,1BA$4.70
707 LeahyConifer1BR,1BA$5.40
The Marston by WindsorA21BR,1BA$6.19
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$3.99
619 Buckeye St #6619 Buckeye St #61BR,1BA$10.66

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ampex, Redwood City, CA

Ranked #25

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ampex Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ampex?

The cheapest apartment in Ampex is 417 Stambaugh St which is listed at $2,125, while the average apartment in Ampex costs $3,872.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ampex?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Ampex that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.