Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marlin Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $916 (16 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 1 Bed unit found at Crestview Apartments priced from $3,175. CitySouth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,187. Here are the most affordable Marlin apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crestview ApartmentsPlan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,175
CitySouthDelmonico (A1B)1BR,1BA$3,187
Fosters LandingPlan 1A1BR,1BA$3,369
Shadow CoveSan LucasStudio,1BA$3,616
Artisan CrossingS1.1Studio,1BA$3,664

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marlin, CA

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marlin area is the $4.46 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath-The Seahorse Model at Marlin Cove Apartments in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,877. The second greatest value Marlin apartment is the Plan 2A Model at Chesapeake Point starting at $4,803 with a $4.56 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Marlin Cove Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath-The Seahorse2BR,2BA$4.46
Chesapeake PointPlan 2A2BR,1BA$4.56
TrestlePlan 2C2BR,2BA$5.84
Bay TerraceThe Veranda3BR,2BA$3.97
Sand Cove2x1 - Monterey2BR,1BA$5.38
Crestview ApartmentsPlan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.95
Harbor Cove2x1-7802BR,1BA$4.74
CitySouthDelmonico (A1B)1BR,1BA$4.69
Indian Creek Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath-A1BR,1BA$5.72
Fosters LandingPlan 1A1BR,1BA$5.31

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Marlin, Redwood City, CA

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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 Shadow Cove listed at $3,616.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlin Apartment is $3,175 at Crestview Apartments.

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 $3,550 at eaves Foster City.

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 $3,769.

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