
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA from $900 (120 Rentals)
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623 Buckeye St, Unit 1

Perry Street Studios

Monticello

620 Veterans Blvd, Unit 1

45 Oak Ave, Unit 103

Marymount Tower

417 Stambaugh St

Stone Creek Apartments

538 Madison Ave, Unit 5
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538 Madison Ave, Unit 4

Courtyard Apartments

Mosaic Apartments

Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+

Marymount Manor

1557 Hudson St

The Heltsley

The Millton

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718 Roosevelt Ave, Unit D, Unit D

234 Fifth Ave
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Woodside Court

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Highwater

Franklin 299

Arlington Apartments

Middlefield Junction

180 Harrison Ave

Bradford Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave

Redwood Manor Apartments

1410 Jefferson Ave
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Hallmark House Apartments

926 Woodside

Poplar Apartments

86 Renato Ct

1550 Ebener St

129 Redwood Ave

Brewster Place

1615 Hudson St

180FLATS

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Woodside North

Woodside Palms

Woodside South

Sequoia at Wellesley Crescent

Avenue Two Apartments

2483 Middlefield Rd

Velocity At Sequoia Station
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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 | $3,278 | $1,875 | $4,779 |
| Cheap Redwood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,740 | $2,150 | $9,027 |
| Cheap Redwood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,836 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Redwood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,578 | $4,030 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026Current 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 | 7 |
| West Atherton | $5,230 | $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 Hill Garden Apartments in the Central neighborhood priced from $2,165. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| 129 Redwood Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,414 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 1557 Hudson St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $3.51 price per square foot Three Bedroom One and One Half Bathroom Townhome Model at The Preston at Hillsdale in the in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood starting from $4,362. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the 3x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments starting at $4,395 with a $3.66 price per square foot in the Marina Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Three Bedroom One and One Half Bathroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.51 |
| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 129 Redwood Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 1557 Hudson St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| 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 $2,575.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Redwood City?
The cheapest apartment in Redwood City is Hill Garden Apartments which is listed at $2,165, while the average apartment in Redwood City costs $4,812.
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 5 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 $2,151 which is $2,661 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Redwood City.
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