
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marlin Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $900 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Marlin area of Redwood City.


Tradewind Surf Apartments

Furnished Studio-San Francisco - Belmont

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San Carlos Apartments LLC

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The Lagoons

Beach Cove

Walnut Studios

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Laurel Terrace

6th Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marlin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlin Studio Apartments | $2,838 | $1,875 | $3,530 |
| Marlin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,357 | $2,150 | $4,740 |
| Marlin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,252 | $2,650 | $5,960 |
| Marlin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,676 | $4,156 | $6,340 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Marlin Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Marlin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marlin area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at San Carlos Apartments LLC priced from $2,595. Harbor Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,885. Here are the most affordable Marlin apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Carlos Apartments LLC | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $2,885 |
| The Lagoons | Plan STC 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,932 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3,107 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,127 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marlin, CA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marlin area is the $3.65 price per square foot 3bd2ba Model at 520 El Camino Real in the in the McDougal neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Marlin apartment is the Cedarwood Model at Lantern Cove starting at $3,660 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marlin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520 El Camino Real | 3bd2ba | 3BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| CitySouth | Foster (B2D) | 2BR,2BA | $3.80 |
| Sand Cove | 2x2 - Miramar | 2BR,2BA | $4.64 |
| Shadow Cove | Balboa | 2BR,1BA | $4.25 |
| Marlin Cove | The Dolphin | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Pescadero | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| San Carlos Apartments LLC | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marlin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marlin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marlin is at The Lagoons listed at $2,932.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlin Apartment is $2,595 at San Carlos Apartments LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marlin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marlin is starting from $3,107 at Bay Terrace.
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