Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Redwood City Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)

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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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1410 Jefferson Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Jefferson Ave

1410 Jefferson AveRedwood City, CA 94062

Downtown Redwood City, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Redwood City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Redwood City area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Perry Street Studios priced from $2,050. Monticello has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Downtown Redwood City apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Perry Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$2,050
MonticelloStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Redwood City, CA

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Redwood City area is the $4.02 price per square foot Arc Model at Radius in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $3,489. The second greatest value Downtown Redwood City apartment is the Plan A Model at Franklin Street Apartment Homes starting at $3,495 with a $4.23 price per square foot in the Roosevelt neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Redwood City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
RadiusArc1BR,1BA$4.02
Franklin Street Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$4.23
TownshipAugusta1BR,1BA$4.21
219 Jackson Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.74
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$3.53
MonticelloStudioStudio ,1BA$3.49
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.75
Perry Street StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$4.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Redwood City, Redwood City, CA

Ranked #14

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Redwood City Neighborhood in Redwood City, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

87 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Redwood City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Redwood City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Redwood City is under $3,045.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Redwood City?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Redwood City is Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ which is listed at $2,250, while the average apartment in Downtown Redwood City costs $7,020.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown Redwood City?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Redwood City have an average cost of $198 which is $6,822 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Redwood City.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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