
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Farm Hill Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,300 (36 Rentals)
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623 Buckeye St, Unit 1

Monticello

417 Stambaugh St

Stone Creek Apartments

538 Madison Ave, Unit 5

Mosaic Apartments

538 Madison Ave, Unit 4

Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+
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1557 Hudson St

The Millton

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718 Roosevelt Ave, Unit D, Unit D

Woodside Court

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Highwater

Franklin 299

180 Harrison Ave

1410 Jefferson Ave

Hallmark House Apartments
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926 Woodside

Poplar Apartments

1550 Ebener St

129 Redwood Ave

1615 Hudson St

Lathrop House Apartments

Farm Hill Apartments

Woodside South

Woodside North
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Velocity At Sequoia Station

Farm Hill Manor Townhomes

614 Redwood Ave

Libra Apartment

1619 Oxford St

Kentfield

1110 Oliver St

614 Park Rd
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Farm Hill, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Farm Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Hill Studio Apartments | $3,331 | $2,050 | $4,154 |
| Farm Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,124 | $2,200 | $6,250 |
| Farm Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,466 | $3,095 | $8,120 |
| Farm Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,213 | $7,028 | $7,398 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Farm Hill Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Farm Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Farm Hill area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Monticello priced from $2,200. 129 Redwood Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Farm Hill apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| 129 Redwood Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| 1557 Hudson St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| The Millton | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,632 |
| Woodside Court | 316 | 2BR,2BA | $3,095 |
| Franklin 299 | S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,132 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $3,295 |
| Huxley | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $3,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Farm Hill, CA
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Farm Hill area is the $3.58 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Stone Creek Apartments in the in the Roosevelt neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Farm Hill apartment is the 1x1 Model at 129 Redwood Ave starting at $2,295 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the Oakwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Farm Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| 129 Redwood Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Huxley | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $5.72 |
| 718 Roosevelt Ave, Unit D | 718 Roosevelt Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| 1557 Hudson St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Cirrus Redwood City | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $5.62 |
| Highwater | 0C4 | Studio ,1BA | $6.36 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Franklin 299 | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFarm Hill, Redwood City, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Farm Hill, Redwood City, CA
Roy Cloud Elementary
John F. Kennedy Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Farm Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Farm Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Farm Hill is under $3,570.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Farm Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Farm Hill is 129 Redwood Ave which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Farm Hill costs $7,213.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Farm Hill?
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 9 regular apartments in Farm Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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