1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA (576 Rentals)

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Brittan Heights
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Brittan Heights

1115 Crestview DRSan Carlos, CA 94070
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409 Walnut St
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409 Walnut St

409 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1501 Cherry St
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1501 Cherry St

1501 Cherry StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1122 Bush St
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1122 Bush St

1122 Bush StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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328 Torino Dr
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328 Torino Dr

328 Torino DrSan Carlos, CA 94070

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262 Elm St
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262 Elm St

262 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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412 Laurel
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412 Laurel

412 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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340 Torino Dr
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340 Torino Dr

340 Torino DrSan Carlos, CA 94070
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418 Laurel St
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418 Laurel St

418 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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977 Laurel St
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977 Laurel St

977 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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327 Torino Dr
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327 Torino Dr

327 Torino DrSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1424 Laurel St
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1424 Laurel St

1424 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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537 Prospect St
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537 Prospect St

537 Prospect StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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745 Elm St
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745 Elm St

745 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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1145 Laurel St
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1145 Laurel St

1145 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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636 Prospect St
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636 Prospect St

636 Prospect StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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630 Prospect St
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630 Prospect St

630 Prospect StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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191 Elm St
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191 Elm St

191 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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533-537 Elm St
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533-537 Elm St

533-537 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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527-529 Elm St
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527-529 Elm St

527-529 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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2710 Melendy Dr
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2710 Melendy Dr

2710 Melendy DrSan Carlos, CA 94070
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657 Elm St
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657 Elm St

657 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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777 Walnut St
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777 Walnut St

777 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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786 Elm St
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786 Elm St

786 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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344 Torino Dr
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344 Torino Dr

344 Torino DrSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Eaton Arts
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Eaton Arts

1120 Eaton AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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188-198 Laurel St
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188-198 Laurel St

188-198 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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800 Walnut St
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800 Walnut St

800 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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274 Elm St
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274 Elm St

274 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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525 Walnut St
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525 Walnut St

525 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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737 Elm St
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737 Elm St

737 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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681 Cedar St
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681 Cedar St

681 Cedar StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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977-985 Laurel St
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977-985 Laurel St

977-985 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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100-108 Elm St
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100-108 Elm St

100-108 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Athens of San Carlos
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Athens of San Carlos

552-560 El Camino RealSan Carlos, CA 94070
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376 Caprino Way
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376 Caprino Way

376 Caprino WaySan Carlos, CA 94070
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290-298 Laurel St
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290-298 Laurel St

290-298 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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565 Chestnut St
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565 Chestnut St

565 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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257 Elm St
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257 Elm St

257 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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648 Walnut St
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648 Walnut St

648 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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San Carlos, CA Local Guide

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San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 24, 2026

There are currently 22 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in San Carlos, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,595 to $5,310. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Carlos with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Arguello9$4,113$2,595
McDougal9$4,113$2,595
Brittan Heights2$4,143$2,595
White Oaks2$2,877$2,595

Largest Available San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is found at Highwater in the Roosevelt neighborhood and is 891 square feet priced from $4,637. Indigo in the Marina Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 846 square feet and currently listed start at $4,038. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Highwater1G1891 Sq Ft$4,637
IndigoViolet846 Sq Ft$4,038
Blu Harbor by WindsorA2-W820 Sq Ft$3,928
The MilltonA5817 Sq FtCall for Rates
Hillsdale Garden1 Bed D805 Sq Ft$3,193
Courtyard Apartments1x1S800 Sq Ft$2,395
Arlington Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom800 Sq Ft$3,300
Ralston at BelmontTMA 1+1795 Sq Ft$2,817
The Riley at Belmont Hills1 + 1790 Sq Ft$2,600
RadiusArc769 Sq Ft$3,537

Cheapest Available San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $2,295 at Marymount Tower in the Marina Park neighborhood. The second most affordable San Carlos 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Marymount Manor starting at $2,325 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Carlos is currently $3,912. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom$2,295
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom$2,325
Courtyard Apartments1x1S$2,395
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom$2,450
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B$2,595
San Carlos Apartments LLC1 Bed 1 Bath$2,595
The Riley at Belmont Hills1 + 1$2,600
Ralston at BelmontTMA 1+1$2,817
The MilltonA5$3,004
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesPoppy Premier$3,099

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San Carlos Overview

Conveniently located at the midway point between San Jose and San Francisco, San Carlos is a charming, welcoming slice of California life. Situated in San Mateo County, this 'City of Good Living' offers a small town ambiance highlighted by quaint shops, eclectic eateries and an active degree of local cultural hotspots.

Why live in San Carlos, CA?

When it comes to charm and a thoroughly west coast ambiance that you can feel in your bones, it doesn't get much better than an apartment for rent in San Carlos. From nearby water views to the gentle rolling streets of downtown, this charming and idyllic Cali destination offers impressive schools, numerous museums, and a neighborly feel that is equal parts welcoming and reassuring. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Carlos Apartments

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

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Carlos is at Marymount Tower listed at $2,295.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Carlos is $3,912.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Carlos is a 891 square feet unit starting from $4,637 at Highwater.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Carlos is currently 754 sq ft.

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