
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Centennial Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,300 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Centennial area of Redwood City.


Perry Street Studios

Monticello

180 Harrison Ave

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Centennial, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Centennial?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Studio Apartments | $2,922 | $2,050 | $3,543 |
| Centennial 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,631 | $2,000 | $5,120 |
| Centennial 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,078 | $3,315 | $7,310 |
| Centennial 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,671 | $4,395 | $7,132 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Centennial Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Centennial Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Centennial area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ priced from $2,000. Perry Street Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Centennial apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Perry Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Centennial, CA
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Centennial area is the $3.66 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value Centennial apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath C Model at 201 Marshall starting at $4,590 with a $4.30 price per square foot in the Marina Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Centennial apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| 201 Marshall | 2 Bed, 2 Bath C | 2BR,2BA | $4.30 |
| Radius | Ray | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Franklin Street Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Arlington Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.66 |
| 10 Birch Street | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.66 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.49 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Perry Street Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.30 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Centennial Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Centennial?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Centennial is under $3,257.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Centennial?
The cheapest apartment in Centennial is Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ which is listed at $2,000, while the average apartment in Centennial costs $5,578.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Centennial?
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 6 regular apartments in Centennial that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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