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property at 522 Scott Ave
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522 Scott Ave, Unit 522

522 Scott Ave
Redwood CityCA94063
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134 Cypress St

Redwood CityCA94061

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Redwood City, CA area range in price from $1,950 to $7,995 with an overall median price of $4,274. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Redwood City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Oak Knoll Redwood Park$3,425$2,0504
West Atherton$5,123$1,9504

Cheapest Available Redwood City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Redwood City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at REALM APARTMENTS in the West Atherton neighborhood priced from $1,950. 21 East 40th Ave. in the Sugarloaf neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Redwood City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
REALM APARTMENTSPlan 1A1BR,1BA$1,950
21 East 40th Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,195
701 9th Avenue701 9th Avenue - 81BR,1BA$2,300
Woodside Court205Studio,1BA$2,350
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,395
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$2,395
520 Hilton Street1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,400
1410 Hess Road1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,425
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $2.98 price per square foot 413 Portofino Dr Model at 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive in the in the San Carlos neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Laundry On-Site Model at Arlington Apartments starting at $3,800 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Marina Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Redwood City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive413 Portofino Dr2BR,2BA$2.98
Arlington Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Laundry On-Site2BR,2BA$3.17
Verandas Apartments2x1 W/D2BR,1BA$3.35
Stone Creek Apartments2x2B2BR,2BA$3.75
219 Jackson Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.12
Courtyard Apartments1x1L1BR,1BA$3.12
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.55
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.93
616 Cedar St, Unit B616 Cedar StStudio ,1BA$3.08

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Redwood City, CA
Population: 86,200

Ranked #387

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Redwood City

What type of rentals are currently available in Redwood City?

There are currently 1998 Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,850 to $19,450. There are also 111 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Redwood City ranging from $1,340 to $90,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Redwood City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Redwood City ranges from $1,340 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,126.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Redwood City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Redwood City range from $3,989 to $19,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,400 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,940 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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