
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baylands Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,178 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Baylands area of Redwood City.


Marymount Tower

Perry Street Studios

Monticello

Stone Creek Apartments

538 Madison Ave, Unit 5
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180 Harrison Ave

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529 Hampshire Ave
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Redwood Manor Apartments

1410 Jefferson Ave

Poplar Apartments

176 Duane St

417 Stambaugh St

201-211 Third Avenue
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701 9th Avenue

Brewster Place

180FLATS

Lathrop House Apartments

520 Hilton Street

762 Hamilton Ave
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2352 Menalto Ave

910 Montage Cir

546 Hamilton Ave
Baylands, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baylands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylands Studio Apartments | $3,641 | $1,995 | $4,973 |
| Baylands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,227 | $2,195 | $8,958 |
| Baylands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,675 | $2,833 | $10,000+ |
| Baylands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,709 | $4,395 | $10,000+ |
| Baylands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,200 | $8,200 | $8,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Baylands Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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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 176 Duane St priced from $2,100. Marymount Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Baylands apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 176 Duane St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 701 9th Avenue | 701 9th Avenue - 8 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| 201-211 Third Avenue | Jr 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 520 Hilton Street | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| 219 Jackson Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 10 Birch Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baylands, CA
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baylands area is the $3.33 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Arlington Apartments in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Baylands apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 10 Birch Street starting at $2,595 with a $3.15 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Apartments | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| 10 Birch Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 219 Jackson Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.84 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 520 Hilton Street | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 916 Oak Ave, Unit 916 | 916 Oak Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
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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 $2,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baylands?
The cheapest apartment in Baylands is Marymount Tower which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Baylands costs $4,228.
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 5 regular apartments in Baylands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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