
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marlin Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $900 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Marlin area of Redwood City.


Tradewind Surf Apartments

924 Hill St

Beach Cove

Bay Terrace

eaves Foster City

Harbor Cove

Shadow Cove
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Lantern Cove

Chesapeake Point

The Lagoons

Fosters Landing

CitySouth

Furnished Studio-San Francisco - Belmont

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707 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID593

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726 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID854
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899 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID874

Artisan Crossing

Furnished Studio-San Francisco - San Mateo - SFO

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939 Laurel St, Unit SI FL2-ID1580

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The Hayden

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766 Edgewater Blvd, Unit GO FL2-ID2143

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766 Edgewater Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID2053

Trestle
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939 Laurel St, Unit SI FL1-ID1608

Walnut Studios

807 Taurus Dr

Cedar Patio Apartments

Laurel Terrace

6th Ave

540 Elm Street

520 Elm St
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Franciscan Apartments

80-128 Laurel Street Apartments

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Kula Kai Apartments

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Sand Cove

Crestview Apartments

2 Elm St
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Marlin, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marlin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlin Studio Apartments | $3,339 | $1,875 | $4,018 |
| Marlin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,807 | $2,150 | $5,020 |
| Marlin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,423 | $2,650 | $8,020 |
| Marlin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,808 | $3,984 | $6,819 |
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There are currently 40 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 eaves Foster City priced from $3,111. Fosters Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,389. Here are the most affordable Marlin apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,111 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,389 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3,499 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $3,853 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | 2BR,1BA | $3,910 |
| The Hayden | AU2 | 1BR,1BA | $4,002 |
| The Lagoons | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4,019 |
| Shadow Cove | Balboa | 2BR,1BA | $4,275 |
| Sand Cove | 2x1 - Monterey | 2BR,1BA | $4,416 |
| Trestle | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $5,849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marlin, CA
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marlin area is the $5.90 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Trestle in the in the McDougal neighborhood starting from $5,950. The second greatest value Marlin apartment is the Balboa Model at Shadow Cove starting at $4,275 with a $4.91 price per square foot in the Birds 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trestle | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $5.90 |
| Shadow Cove | Balboa | 2BR,1BA | $4.91 |
| Sand Cove | 2x1 - Monterey | 2BR,1BA | $5.08 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | 2BR,1BA | $5.01 |
| The Lagoons | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $6.21 |
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $5.15 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.42 |
| The Hayden | AU2 | 1BR,1BA | $6.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMarlin, 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
Lifestyle Ratings
This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Marlin, Redwood City, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 Artisan Crossing listed at $3,853.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlin Apartment is $3,136 at eaves Foster City.
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 $3,585 at eaves Foster City.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.