Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marlin Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $900 (20 Rentals)

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$2,601 - $3,855
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700 Marlin AveFoster City, CA 94404
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Walnut Studios
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Studios

817 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Cedar Patio Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Patio Apartments

547 Cedar StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Laurel Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Terrace

399 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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6th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6th Ave

1665 6th AveBelmont, CA 94002

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540 Elm Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

540 Elm Street

540 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Franciscan Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Franciscan Apartments

888 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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520 Elm St
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520 Elm St

520 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Kula Kai Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kula Kai Apartments

808 Comet DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Marlin, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,595
Harbor Cove1x1-6251BR,1BA$2,885
The LagoonsPlan STC 1Studio,1BA$2,932
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$3,107
Fosters LandingPlan 1A1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
520 El Camino Real3bd2ba3BR,2BA$3.65
Lantern CoveCedarwood2BR,2BA$3.51
CitySouthFoster (B2D)2BR,2BA$3.80
Sand Cove2x2 - Miramar2BR,2BA$4.64
Shadow CoveBalboa2BR,1BA$4.25
Marlin CoveThe Dolphin1BR,1BA$4.72
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$4.14
PescaderoPlan A1BR,1BA$4.92
Harbor Cove1x1-6251BR,1BA$4.62
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.72

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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 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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