
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shearwater Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,500 (34 Rentals)
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Tradewind Surf Apartments

3015 Los Prados St

Beachcomber Bali

Beachwalk

Beach Cove

eaves Foster City
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837 Laurel Ave

Shadow Cove

Bay Terrace

The Lagoons

Lantern Cove

Harbor Cove

Fosters Landing

Furnished Studio-San Francisco - Belmont
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The Plaza

922 Hill St

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726 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID854

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707 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID593

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The Hayden

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The Triton

Waters Edge

One Hundred Grand
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1057 Shell Blvd, Unit 2, Unit 2

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899 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID874

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Franciscan Apartments

Kula Kai Apartments

Sand Cove

Old County Road Apartments

1041 Grebe St
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Miramar

1081 Beach Park Blvd
Shearwater, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shearwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shearwater Studio Apartments | $2,951 | $1,875 | $3,899 |
| Shearwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $1,580 | $9,030 |
| Shearwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,392 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Shearwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,177 | $3,996 | $8,331 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shearwater Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Shearwater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shearwater area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Bay Terrace priced from $2,867. Lantern Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,998. Here are the most affordable Shearwater apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $2,867 |
| Lantern Cove | Alderwood | 1BR,1BA | $2,998 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,046 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,229 |
| The Plaza | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,479 |
| Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,602 |
| The Lagoons | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,693 |
| The Triton | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,756 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,853 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shearwater, CA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shearwater area is the $5.98 price per square foot Plan 3C Model at The Triton in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $8,331. The second greatest value Shearwater apartment is the Plan 2D Loft Model at One Hundred Grand starting at $5,007 with a $4.27 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shearwater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Triton | Plan 3C | 3BR,2BA | $5.98 |
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 2D Loft | 2BR,2BA | $4.27 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $4.21 |
| Miramar | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.43 |
| Lantern Cove | Alderwood | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| The Lagoons | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $5.89 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $6.06 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.09 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| The Plaza | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shearwater Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shearwater Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shearwater Apartment is $2,998 at Lantern Cove.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shearwater Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shearwater is starting from $2,867 at Bay Terrace.
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