1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA (587 Rentals)

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113 Plymouth Ave, Unit ADU
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113 Plymouth Ave, Unit ADU

113 Plymouth AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Brittan Heights
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Brittan Heights

1115 Crestview DRSan 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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409 Walnut St
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409 Walnut St

409 Walnut 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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525 Walnut St
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525 Walnut St

525 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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344 Torino Dr
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344 Torino Dr

344 Torino DrSan 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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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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1145 Laurel St
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1145 Laurel St

1145 Laurel 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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2710 Melendy Dr
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2710 Melendy Dr

2710 Melendy DrSan 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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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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Eaton Arts
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Eaton Arts

1120 Eaton AveSan 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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636 Prospect St
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636 Prospect St

636 Prospect 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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1122 Bush St
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1122 Bush St

1122 Bush 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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376 Caprino Way
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376 Caprino Way

376 Caprino WaySan Carlos, CA 94070
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366 Caprino Way
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366 Caprino Way

366 Caprino WaySan Carlos, CA 94070
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Alrod Apartments
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Alrod Apartments

352 Caprino WaySan Carlos, CA 94070
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1161 Laurel St
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1161 Laurel St

1161 Laurel 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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100-108 Elm St
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100-108 Elm St

100-108 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 23, 2026

There are currently 10 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in San Carlos, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $3,200 to $5,102. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Carlos with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Arguello4$4,500$3,200
McDougal4$4,500$3,200
Brittan Heights2$4,500$3,200

Largest Available San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is found at Radius in the Marina Park neighborhood and is 867 square feet priced from $4,499. The Millton has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 817 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
RadiusArc867 Sq Ft$4,499
The MilltonA5817 Sq FtCall for Rates
Blu Harbor by WindsorA2-W816 Sq Ft$4,300
Crestview ApartmentsPlan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath804 Sq Ft$3,175
Courtyard Apartments1x1S800 Sq Ft$2,395
219 Jackson Ave1 Bed 1 Bath800 Sq Ft$2,495
Hillsdale Garden1 Bed C782 Sq Ft$2,693
TownshipAugusta770 Sq Ft$4,227
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom730 Sq Ft$2,595
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom730 Sq Ft$2,295

Cheapest Available San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $2,278 at Belmont Family Apartments in the Belmont neighborhood. The second most affordable San Carlos 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Marymount Tower starting at $2,295 in the Marina Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Carlos is currently $3,880. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Belmont Family Apartments1 Bedroom$2,278
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom$2,295
Courtyard Apartments1x1S$2,395
520 Hilton Street1BR/1BA$2,400
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom$2,450
219 Jackson Ave1 Bed 1 Bath$2,495
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom$2,595
Hillsdale Garden1 Bed C$2,693
The MilltonA1$2,895

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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 Belmont Family Apartments listed at $2,278.

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 $3,880.

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 867 square feet unit starting from $4,499 at Radius.

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