Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baylands Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,100 (41 Rentals)

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$2,750

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$2,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 20

522 Scott Ave, Unit 522

522 Scott Ave
Redwood CityCA94063
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Indigo
$3,280 - $8,037
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$3,280 - $8,037

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 9

Indigo

675 Bradford StRedwood City, CA 94063
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Highwater
$3,367 - $7,398
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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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Poplar Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Poplar Apartments

440 Poplar AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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Brewster Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brewster Place

600 Brewster AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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180FLATS
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

180FLATS

180 Buckingham AveRedwood City, CA 94063

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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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Libra Apartment
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Libra Apartment

150 Harrison AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Hampshire
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hampshire

570 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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Locale
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Locale

488 Winslow StRedwood City, CA 94063
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Encore
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Encore

855 Veterans BlvdRedwood City, CA 94063
property at 1102 Clinton St

$3,600

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1102 Clinton St

Redwood CityCA94061
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Vasara
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$2,833 - $10,129
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Vasara

110 Constitution DrMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Lume
$3,113 - $10,128
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Lume

172 Constitution DrMenlo Park, CA 94026
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From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Baylands, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Baylands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baylands area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Monticello priced from $2,200. Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Baylands apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MonticelloStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$2,395
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,450
The MilltonS3Studio,1BA$2,637
Brewster Place2 BR, 1.5 BA2BR,1BA$3,075
LumeS6Studio,1BA$3,113
Anton MenloResidence 121BR,1BA$3,700
RadiusArc1BR,1BA$3,809
777 HamiltonJava1BR,1BA$3,827

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baylands, CA

As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baylands area is the $3.72 price per square foot C2 Model at Franklin 299 in the in the Roosevelt neighborhood starting from $5,255. The second greatest value Baylands 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 Baylands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Franklin 299C22BR,2.5BA$3.72
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments3x23BR,2BA$3.66
The Marston by WindsorB32BR,1BA$5.28
ROEN Menlo ParkPlan 2A2BR,2BA$4.78
Brewster Place2 BR, 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$3.84
Courtyard Apartments1x1L1BR,1BA$3.12
RadiusAxis1BR,1BA$5.17
777 HamiltonJava1BR,1BA$5.10
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$4.08
MonticelloStudioStudio ,1BA$3.67

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Baylands, Redwood City, and the greater San Jose area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baylands Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Baylands?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baylands is under $3,827.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baylands?

The cheapest apartment in Baylands is Courtyard Apartments which is listed at $2,395, while the average apartment in Baylands costs $7,153.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baylands?

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 Baylands 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 Baylands?

Cheap apartments in Baylands have an average cost of $235 which is $6,918 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baylands.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood

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Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Experts Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers

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San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.