1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Bruno, CA (326 Rentals)

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Park Plaza
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Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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Whitman Manor
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Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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268 Mastick Ave
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268 Mastick Ave

268 Mastick AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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945 Easton Ave
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945 Easton Ave

945 Easton AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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789 Easton Ave
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789 Easton Ave

789 Easton AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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570 Mastick Ave
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570 Mastick Ave

570 Mastick AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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566 Hensley Ave
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566 Hensley Ave

566 Hensley AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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2201 Princeton Dr
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2201 Princeton Dr

2201 Princeton DrSan Bruno, CA 94066
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741 Masson Ave
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741 Masson Ave

741 Masson AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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Shelter Creek
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Shelter Creek

701 Shelter Creek LnSan Bruno, CA 94066
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2191 Whitman Way
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2191 Whitman Way

2191 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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841 2nd Ave
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841 2nd Ave

841 2nd AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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730 3rd Ave
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730 3rd Ave

730 3rd AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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468 Hazel St
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468 Hazel St

468 Hazel StSan Bruno, CA 94066
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478 Milton Ave
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478 Milton Ave

478 Milton AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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259 San Luis Ave
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259 San Luis Ave

259 San Luis AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

San Bruno, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available San Bruno 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Bruno, CA is found at One Adrian in the Mills Estates neighborhood and is 1,099 square feet priced from $4,540. Hanover Burlingame has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 993 square feet and currently listed start at $4,230. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Bruno:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
One AdrianA111,099 Sq Ft$4,540
Hanover BurlingameA14993 Sq Ft$4,230
The Lamplighter Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath900 Sq Ft$2,600
Altitude ApartmentsA5A_Phase I848 Sq Ft$3,275
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence A8823 Sq Ft$4,055
Avalon San Bruno809809 Sq Ft$3,239
Horizons West ApartmentsCypress View765 Sq Ft$2,695
Crystal Springs TerracePlan 1B756 Sq Ft$2,670
Gatewood VillageOne Bedroom570 Sq Ft$2,459

Cheapest Available San Bruno 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 01, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Bruno, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $2,135 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community in the Westborough neighborhood. The second most affordable San Bruno 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at 303 Pine Ave starting at $2,295 in the Downtown South San Francisco neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Bruno is currently $3,435. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Bruno:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom$2,135
303 Pine Ave1x1$2,295
Evergreen Ridge Apartments697$2,395
Gatewood VillageOne Bedroom$2,459
The Lamplighter Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$2,500
Crystal Springs TerracePlan 1B$2,670
Horizons West ApartmentsCypress View$2,695
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence A1$2,763
Peninsula Pines ApartmentsThe Bishop Pine$2,839

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San Bruno Overview

Located just a mere dozen or so miles south of San Francisco, it becomes apparently quickly why San Bruno has been dubbed 'the city with heart'. Centered at the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this cozy California hot spot has much to offer a variety of lifestyles.

Why live in San Bruno, CA?

Home to a number of local homes of higher learning as well as plenty of nationally-respected employers such as Target and Lowe's, life in San Bruno apartments for rent makes a great option for both growing families and career-centered singles alike. From gorgeous public parkland to the convenient retail shopping of the downtown scene, this slice of California sunshine is an idyllic place to call your own.

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Getting Around San Bruno, CA

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84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

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56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Bruno Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Bruno with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Bruno is at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community listed at $2,135.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Bruno Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Bruno is $3,435.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Bruno Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Bruno is a 1,099 square feet unit starting from $4,540 at One Adrian.

What is the average size for San Bruno 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Bruno is currently 2,447 sq ft.

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