Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marlin Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $900 (15 Rentals)

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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
1 Bedroom Apartments

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 Studio unit found at eaves Foster City priced from $2,508. Harbor Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,575. Here are the most affordable Marlin apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
eaves Foster CityS1Studio,1BA$2,508
Harbor CoveSTU-500Studio,1BA$2,575
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,595
Shadow CoveSan LucasStudio,1BA$2,631
Sand CoveJR 1 - Montara1BR,1BA$2,690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marlin, CA

As of November 15, 2025 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 Plan 3B Model at Chesapeake Point starting at $4,116 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Pilgrim-Triton 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
Chesapeake PointPlan 3B3BR,1.5BA$3.76
Lantern CoveCedarwood2BR,2BA$3.30
Crestview ApartmentsPlan D1: With Washer and Dryer2BR,1BA$3.56
Bay TerraceThe Veranda3BR,2BA$4.21
PescaderoPlan A1BR,1BA$4.37
CitySouthDelmonico (A1B)1BR,1BA$4.03
Fosters LandingPlan A1BR,1BA$4.53
eaves Foster CityS1Studio ,1BA$4.44
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Marlin, Redwood City, CA

Ranked #7

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 eaves Foster City listed at $2,508.

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 $2,720 at Bay Terrace.

What is the most affordable Marlin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Marlin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $4,002.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.