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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA from $900 (26 Rentals)
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Perry Street Studios
75 Perry StRedwood City, CA 94063
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Monticello
1235 Jefferson AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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417 Stambaugh St
417 Stambaugh StRedwood City, CA 94063
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Middlefield Junction
2700 Middlefield RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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180 Harrison Ave
180 Harrison AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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Bradford Apartments
780 Bradford StRedwood City, CA 94063
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529 Hampshire Ave
529 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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Redwood Manor Apartments
48 Birch StRedwood City, CA 94062
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1410 Jefferson Ave
1410 Jefferson AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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Hallmark House Apartments
531 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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926 Woodside
926-928 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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Poplar Apartments
440 Poplar AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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86 Renato Ct
86 Renato CtRedwood City, CA 94061
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1550 Ebener St
1550 Ebener StRedwood City, CA 94061
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Tradewind Surf Apartments
1110 Polynesia DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Tradewind Surf Apartments
801 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Walnut Studios
817 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Greenwood Apartments
1150 Greenwood AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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3655 Colegrove Apartments
3655 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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670 Live Oak Ave
670 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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36th Avenue Apartments
49 W 36th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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zLaurel Place Apartments
52 E 41st PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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The Atherton Oaks
425 Encinal AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Devonshire
17-25 Devonshire BlvdSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Coleman Apartments
690 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Redwood City, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Redwood City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Redwood City Studio Apartments | $3,223 | $1,875 | $4,821 |
| Cheap Redwood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,656 | $2,125 | $7,934 |
| Cheap Redwood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,761 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Redwood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,463 | $4,131 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/10/2026Current 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 |
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| Oak Knoll Redwood Park | $4,395 | $2,050 | 8 |
| West Atherton | $8,470 | $2,395 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Redwood City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Redwood City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 417 Stambaugh St in the Marina Park neighborhood priced from $2,125. Monticello in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Redwood City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 417 Stambaugh St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| 10 Birch Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 1557 Hudson St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $3.66 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Devonshire Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the McDougal 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. |
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| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| Devonshire Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 1442 Gordon Street | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Waters Edge | Breakwater | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| 10 Birch Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 417 Stambaugh St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Redwood City, CA
Roy Cloud Elementary
Redwood City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-8 (636)
9 out of 10
North Star Academy
Redwood City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 3-8 (527)
9 out of 10
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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 417 Stambaugh St which is listed at $2,125, while the average apartment in Redwood City costs $6,432.
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 4 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 $2,153 which is $4,279 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Redwood City.
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