
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA from $900 (28 Rentals)
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Tradewind Surf Apartments

Apartment in San Carlos Creek
Redwood City, CA Local Guide

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 | $3,117 | $1,995 | $4,252 |
Cheap Redwood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,570 | $1,950 | $7,772 |
Cheap Redwood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,538 | $2,600 | $9,786 |
Cheap Redwood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,026 | $3,779 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Redwood City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025Current 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 | $2,000 | 10 |
West Atherton | $4,750 | $2,295 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Redwood City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Redwood City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ in the Roosevelt neighborhood priced from $1,950. Apartment in San Carlos Creek in the McDougal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,040. 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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Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Apartment in San Carlos Creek | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,040 |
1410 Hess Road | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
1557 Hudson St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $3.13 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Garden Oaks Apartments in the in the Lindenwood neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A Model at The Preston at Hillsdale starting at $3,445 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Pilgrim-Triton 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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Garden Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
The Preston at Hillsdale | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.53 |
The Madison Belmont | Richmond | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
Stone Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
806 Fulton St | Justlet Properties | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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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.
Pet Friendly LifestyleRedwood City, CA
Ranked #60
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Redwood City, CA
Roy Cloud Elementary
North Star Academy
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Getting Around Redwood City, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ which is listed at $1,950, while the average apartment in Redwood City costs $4,572.
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 $1,818 which is $2,754 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Redwood City.
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