
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Redwood City Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,300 (26 Rentals)
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Marymount Tower

Monticello

Perry Street Studios

538 Madison Ave, Unit 5

410 Alden St
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Marymount Manor

The Millton

Franklin 299

Huxley
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Highwater

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643 Turnbuckle Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID1571

180 Harrison Ave

Bradford Apartments

1410 Jefferson Ave

417 Stambaugh St
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Brewster Place

520 Hilton Street

Lathrop House Apartments

219 Jackson Ave

353 Main Street Family Apartments

Velocity At Sequoia Station
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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 | $3,584 | $1,995 | $4,172 |
| Downtown Redwood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,073 | $2,300 | $5,440 |
| Downtown Redwood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,876 | $3,395 | $8,825 |
| Downtown Redwood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,090 | $7,428 | $8,475 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 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 1 Bed unit found at Courtyard Apartments priced from $2,395. Marymount Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Downtown Redwood City apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 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 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Millton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Township | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $4,069 |
| Radius | Arc | 1BR,1BA | $4,499 |
| Highwater | 1L1 | 1BR,1BA | $4,611 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Redwood City, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Redwood City area is the $5.05 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath C Model at 201 Marshall in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $5,391. The second greatest value Downtown Redwood City apartment is the Arc Model at Radius starting at $4,499 with a $5.19 price per square foot in the Marina Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 Marshall | 2 Bed, 2 Bath C | 2BR,2BA | $5.05 |
| Radius | Arc | 1BR,1BA | $5.19 |
| 219 Jackson Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Township | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 520 Hilton Street | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| The Millton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Redwood City Apartments
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 $2,395 at Courtyard Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Redwood City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Redwood City is starting from $4,789 at Radius.
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