
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Centennial Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,300 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Centennial area of Redwood City.


Monticello

620 Veterans Blvd, Unit 1

Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+

The Heltsley
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180 Harrison Ave

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1410 Jefferson Ave

Brewster Place
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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 | $3,321 | $2,050 | $3,980 |
| Centennial 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,072 | $2,171 | $5,725 |
| Centennial 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,278 | $3,315 | $8,190 |
| Centennial 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,762 | $4,395 | $7,398 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 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 Studio unit found at Monticello priced from $2,200. Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Centennial apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Heltsley | Woodside | 1BR,1BA | $2,730 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $3,075 |
| Arlington Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Centennial, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Centennial area is the $4.25 price per square foot Plan F Model at Franklin Street Apartment Homes in the in the Roosevelt neighborhood starting from $5,385. The second greatest value Centennial apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath C - Mezzanine Model at 201 Marshall starting at $5,214 with a $4.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street Apartment Homes | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $4.25 |
| 201 Marshall | 2 Bed, 2 Bath C - Mezzanine | 2BR,2BA | $4.31 |
| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| radius | Apex | 2BR,2BA | $4.52 |
| Arlington Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.84 |
| The Heltsley | Everwood 750 sf | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 127 Franklin St, Unit A | 127 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
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 $3,854.
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 $2,450, while the average apartment in Centennial costs $5,597.
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.
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