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property at 522 Scott Ave

$2,750

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$2,750

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$2,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 20

522 Scott Ave, Unit 522

522 Scott Ave
Redwood CityCA94063

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property at 922 Hill St

$3,475

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$3,475

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$3,475

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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922 Hill St

BelmontCA94002

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Redwood City, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Redwood City, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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$4,395$2,0503
West Atherton$4,926$2,4951

Cheapest Available Redwood City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Redwood City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Belmont Family Apartments in the Central neighborhood priced from $2,090. Stone Creek Apartments in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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
Belmont Family Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,090
Stone Creek Apartments1x1C1BR,1BA$2,195
MonticelloStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,295
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA

As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $3.55 price per square foot 405 Portofino Dr Model at 405 Portofino Dr, Unit 2 in the in the Brittan Heights neighborhood starting from $5,325. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the 413 Portofino Dr Model at 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive starting at $3,875 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the Brittan Heights 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.
405 Portofino Dr, Unit 2405 Portofino Dr3BR,2BA$3.55
413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive413 Portofino Dr2BR,2BA$2.98
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments3x23BR,2BA$3.66
Courtyard Apartments1x1L1BR,1BA$3.12
Brewster Place2 BR, 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$3.84
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$3.76
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.69
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Mosaic Apartments1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony1BR,1BA$3.84
MonticelloStudioStudio ,1BA$3.67

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 1996 Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $13,850. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Redwood City ranging from $1,600 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 $1,600 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $12,478.

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 $2,860 to $11,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,370 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,880 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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