
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Redwood City Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,300 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Redwood City area of Redwood City.


Marymount Tower

Perry Street Studios

Monticello

417 Stambaugh St

538 Madison Ave, Unit 5

538 Madison Ave, Unit 4
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Courtyard Apartments

Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+

The Millton

Marymount Manor

510 Iris St

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Highwater

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201 Marshall
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Radius

Franklin 299

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643 Turnbuckle Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID1571

Huxley

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Indigo

180 Harrison Ave

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Brewster Place

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Velocity At Sequoia Station

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The Marston by Windsor

Township
Downtown Redwood City, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Redwood City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Redwood City Studio Apartments | $3,311 | $1,995 | $4,312 |
| Downtown Redwood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,995 | $2,200 | $5,300 |
| Downtown Redwood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,455 | $3,395 | $6,181 |
| Downtown Redwood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,213 | $7,028 | $7,398 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Redwood City Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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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 Monticello priced from $2,200. Marymount Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Downtown Redwood City apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Millton | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,632 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $3,075 |
| Radius | Axis | 1BR,1BA | $3,749 |
| Huxley | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $3,845 |
| Indigo | Cobalt | 1BR,1BA | $4,024 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Redwood City, CA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Redwood City area is the $4.80 price per square foot Cobalt Model at Indigo in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $4,024. The second greatest value Downtown Redwood City apartment is the 1A4 Model at Highwater starting at $4,683 with a $5.78 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indigo | Cobalt | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| Highwater | 1A4 | 1BR,1BA | $5.78 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.84 |
| Radius | Axis | 1BR,1BA | $4.97 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Huxley | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $5.42 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Redwood City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Redwood City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Redwood City is at Monticello listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Redwood City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Redwood City Apartment is $2,295 at Marymount Tower.
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