
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA from $900 (114 Rentals)
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Marymount Tower

Perry Street Studios

Monticello

Stone Creek Apartments

234 Fifth Ave

417 Stambaugh St

538 Madison Ave, Unit 5

Marymount Manor

Courtyard Apartments
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538 Madison Ave, Unit 4

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624 Fulton St, Unit #3

Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+

Mosaic Apartments

The Heltsley

The Millton

522 Scott Ave, Unit 522

416 Poplar Ave

Woodside Court

Arlington Apartments
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Highwater

Huxley

Middlefield Junction

180 Harrison Ave

Bradford Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave

Redwood Manor Apartments

1410 Jefferson Ave

Hallmark House Apartments

926 Woodside
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Poplar Apartments

86 Renato Ct

1550 Ebener St

Brewster Place

1615 Hudson St

180FLATS

Lathrop House Apartments

Farm Hill Apartments

1557 Hudson St

Atherton Green
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353 Main Street Family Apartments

Woodside Palms

Woodside North

Woodside South

Sequoia at Wellesley Crescent

Velocity At Sequoia Station

2483 Middlefield Rd

Farm Hill Manor Townhomes

Libra Apartment

1619 Oxford St
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Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Redwood City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Redwood City Studio Apartments | $3,391 | $1,831 | $4,844 |
| Cheap Redwood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,782 | $2,090 | $9,114 |
| Cheap Redwood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,980 | $2,491 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Redwood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,271 | $2,860 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Redwood City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Redwood City, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Redwood City Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Knoll Redwood Park | $4,395 | $2,050 | 4 |
| West Atherton | $5,578 | $2,495 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Redwood City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Redwood City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Belmont Family Apartments in the Central neighborhood priced from $2,090. Stone Creek Apartments in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Redwood City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Mosaic Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $3.55 price per square foot 405 Portofino Dr Model at 405 Portofino Dr, Unit 2 in the in the Brittan Heights neighborhood starting from $5,325. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the 413 Portofino Dr Model at 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive starting at $3,875 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the Brittan Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Redwood City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 405 Portofino Dr, Unit 2 | 405 Portofino Dr | 3BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive | 413 Portofino Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| Old County Road Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 624 Fulton St, Unit #1 | 624 Fulton St | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
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Redwood City Overview
If you are looking for a diverse and vibrant place to live, Redwood City may just be perfect for you. The area is very mixed in terms of social strata, and there are apartments available in almost every price range, from basic working class housing to upscale rental communities developed in a resort style. San Mateo county is home to many smaller areas and neighborhoods, and there is really something for everyone in the greater Redwood City area. Apartment living suits this town very well as there are many young professionals living in this town and are not yet ready to buy a home. The apartment complexes are very vibrant and most have robust social calendars and mixers for their residents.
Why live in Redwood City, CA?
Redwood City is great for young professionals working in San Francisco or San Jose, or one of the many tech companies now headquartered her in town. There are many fun events sponsored by the city, and the usual amenities of dining and shopping abound.
Redwood City, CAPopulation: 86,200
Ranked #387
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Redwood City, CA
Roy Cloud Elementary
North Star Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Redwood City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Redwood City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Redwood City is under $2,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Redwood City?
The cheapest apartment in Redwood City is Belmont Family Apartments which is listed at $2,090, while the average apartment in Redwood City costs $4,986.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Redwood City?
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 2 regular apartments in Redwood City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Redwood City?
Cheap apartments in Redwood City have an average cost of $1,621 which is $3,365 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Redwood City.
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