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139 Park Blvd

19 Brookhaven Ct

139 Piccadilly Pl
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405 Piccadilly Pl

405 Piccadilly Pl, Unit 22
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4205 Shelter Creek Ln

1055 Grand Ave

310 Cypress Ave

233 Boardwalk Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Bruno?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Bruno 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,849 | $2,825 | $5,000 |
San Bruno 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,047 | $4,000 | $7,950 |
San Bruno 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,048 | $6,295 | $8,250 |
San Bruno 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,372 | $5,000 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Available San Bruno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Bruno, CA is a Studio unit found at The Lamplighter Apartments in the Mills Estates neighborhood priced from $2,000. Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community in the Westborough neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,135. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Bruno apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Lamplighter Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,270 |
Gatewood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,459 |
Bay View Terrace | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,515 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Bruno, CA
As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Bruno area is the $2.66 price per square foot 125 Chestnut Ave Model at 125 Chestnut Ave, Unit Unit- in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $7,450. The second greatest value San Bruno apartment is the 2x2 Model at Clubview Apartment Homes starting at $3,495 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Bruno apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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125 Chestnut Ave, Unit Unit- | 125 Chestnut Ave | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.66 |
Clubview Apartment Homes | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Cypress Pointe | Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Peninsula Pines Apartments | The Monterey Pine | 2BR,1BA | $3.34 |
El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Evergreen Ridge Apartments | 850 | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
The Lamplighter Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Bay View Terrace | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Bruno?
There are currently 1132 Apartments for Rent in San Bruno, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $10,527. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Bruno ranging from $1,900 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Bruno?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Bruno ranges from $1,900 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,522.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Bruno?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Bruno range from $3,695 to $7,467, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $7,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,450.
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