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$2,750

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522 Scott Ave, Unit 522

522 Scott Ave
Redwood CityCA94063
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Indigo
$3,323 - $8,126
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Indigo

675 Bradford StRedwood City, CA 94063
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Highwater
$3,411 - $7,475
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Highwater

1405 El Camino RealRedwood City, CA 94063
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Middlefield Junction
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Middlefield Junction

2700 Middlefield RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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180 Harrison Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

180 Harrison Ave

180 Harrison AveRedwood City, CA 94062

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Bradford Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bradford Apartments

780 Bradford StRedwood City, CA 94063
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529 Hampshire Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave

529 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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1410 Jefferson Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Jefferson Ave

1410 Jefferson AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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Hallmark House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hallmark House

531 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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926 Woodside
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

926 Woodside

926-928 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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Poplar Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Poplar Apartments

440 Poplar AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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86 Renato Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

86 Renato Ct

86 Renato CtRedwood City, CA 94061
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1550 Ebener St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1550 Ebener St

1550 Ebener StRedwood City, CA 94061
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1410 Hess Road
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Hess Road

1410 Hess RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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701 9th Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

701 9th Avenue

701 9th AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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Brewster Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brewster Place

600 Brewster AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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1615 Hudson St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1615 Hudson St

1615 Hudson StRedwood City, CA 94061
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180FLATS
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

180FLATS

180 Buckingham AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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1557 Hudson St
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1557 Hudson St

1557 Hudson StRedwood City, CA 94061
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Farm Hill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Farm Hill Apartments

3530-3540 Farm Hill BlvdRedwood City, CA 94061
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Atherton Green
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton Green

70 Renato CtRedwood City, CA 94061

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Woodside South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodside South

15 Atherwood AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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Woodside North
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Woodside North

1551 Regent StRedwood City, CA 94061
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10 Birch Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10 Birch Street

10 Birch StRedwood City, CA 94062
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Woodside Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodside Palms

1008 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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Libra Apartment
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Libra Apartment

150 Harrison AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/23/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Oak Knoll Redwood Park$4,395$2,0502
West Atherton$8,470$2,4953

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 Belmont neighborhood priced from $2,278. 701 9th Avenue in the Lindenwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Redwood City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belmont Family Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,278
701 9th Avenue701 9th Avenue - 81BR,1BA$2,300
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$2,395
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,425
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,450
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,495
The MilltonS3Studio,1BA$2,637
Hillsdale GardenStudioStudio,1BA$2,648
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,695
Stone Creek Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $2.98 price per square foot 413 Portofino Dr Model at 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive in the in the San Carlos neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Arlington Apartments starting at $4,000 with a $3.33 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive413 Portofino Dr2BR,2BA$2.98
Arlington Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$3.33
The Preston at HillsdaleTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$3.58
616 Canyon Rd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.07
Brewster Place2 BR, 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$3.84
Courtyard Apartments1x1L1BR,1BA$3.12
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.69
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
Madison Place1x1rw1BR,1BA$3.93
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.04

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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, CA
Population: 86,200

Ranked #387

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Redwood City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Redwood City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Redwood City is at The Millton listed at $2,637.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood City Apartment is $2,278 at Belmont Family Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Redwood City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Redwood City is starting from $2,716 at Belmont Family Apartments.

What is the most affordable Redwood City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Redwood City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Belmont Family Apartments and starts from $3,121.

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