
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Middlefield Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,100 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Middlefield area of Redwood City.


Marymount Tower

Perry Street Studios

Monticello

538 Madison Ave, Unit 5

Stone Creek Apartments

410 Alden St
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Marymount Manor

Middlefield Junction

180 Harrison Ave

Bradford Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave
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1410 Jefferson Ave

Hallmark House

Poplar Apartments

86 Renato Ct

1550 Ebener St

417 Stambaugh St

201-211 Third Avenue
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Brewster Place

180FLATS

1615 Hudson St

520 Hilton Street

Lathrop House Apartments

1557 Hudson St

Atherton Green
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353 Main Street Family Apartments

Velocity At Sequoia Station

2483 Middlefield Rd
Middlefield, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Middlefield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlefield Studio Apartments | $3,559 | $1,995 | $4,177 |
| Middlefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,925 | $2,195 | $7,575 |
| Middlefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,651 | $3,295 | $7,405 |
| Middlefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,935 | $7,110 | $8,475 |
| Middlefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,200 | $8,200 | $8,200 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Middlefield Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Middlefield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Middlefield area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marymount Tower priced from $2,295. 201-211 Third Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Middlefield apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 201-211 Third Avenue | Jr 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 520 Hilton Street | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Millton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $3,075 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
| Cirrus Redwood City | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3,673 |
| Highwater | 0C2 | Studio,1BA | $4,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middlefield, CA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Middlefield area is the $4.69 price per square foot Plan C Model at Franklin Street Apartment Homes in the in the Roosevelt neighborhood starting from $5,360. The second greatest value Middlefield apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath C Model at 201 Marshall starting at $5,266 with a $4.94 price per square foot in the Marina Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Middlefield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $4.69 |
| 201 Marshall | 2 Bed, 2 Bath C | 2BR,2BA | $4.94 |
| Stone Creek Apartments | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Radius | Arc | 1BR,1BA | $5.19 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.84 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 520 Hilton Street | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| The Millton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Middlefield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Middlefield?
The cheapest apartment in Middlefield is Marymount Tower which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Middlefield costs $4,416.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Middlefield?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Middlefield that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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