2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA (572 Rentals)

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Devonshire Apartments
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Devonshire Apartments

1 Devonshire BlvdSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Laurel Terrace
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Laurel Terrace

399 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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101 Elm St
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101 Elm St

101 Elm 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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363 Torino Dr
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363 Torino Dr

363 Torino DrSan 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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383-385 Torino Dr
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383-385 Torino Dr

383-385 Torino DrSan 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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409 Walnut St
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409 Walnut St

409 Walnut 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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490 Laurel
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490 Laurel

490 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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2760 Melendy Dr
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2760 Melendy Dr

2760 Melendy DrSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1330 Laurel St
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1330 Laurel St

1330 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Patrician Bldg
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Patrician Bldg

1725-1727 San Carlos AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Magnolia Manor
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Magnolia Manor

551 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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791 Chestnut St
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791 Chestnut St

791 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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1235 Holly
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1235 Holly

1235 Holly StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Riviera Apartments
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Riviera Apartments

1800-1810 San Carlos AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1220 - 1236 Oak
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1220 - 1236 Oak

1220-1236 Oak StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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523 Chestnut St
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523 Chestnut St

523 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1385 Holly
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1385 Holly

1385 Holly StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1600 Laurel St
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1600 Laurel St

1600 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1438 Laurel
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1438 Laurel

1438 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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425 Walnut St
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425 Walnut St

425 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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400 Laurel St
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400 Laurel St

400 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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656 Chestnut
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656 Chestnut

656 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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736 Walnut
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736 Walnut

736 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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351 Torino Dr
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351 Torino Dr

351 Torino DrSan Carlos, CA 94070
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435 Walnut St
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435 Walnut St

435 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1244 Cherry St
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1244 Cherry St

1244 Cherry StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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440 Walnut St
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440 Walnut St

440 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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512 Walnut St
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512 Walnut St

512 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1400 Laurel St
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1400 Laurel St

1400 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1240 Holly
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1240 Holly

1240 Holly StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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366 Caprino Way
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366 Caprino Way

366 Caprino WaySan Carlos, CA 94070

San Carlos, CA Local Guide

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San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 29, 2025

There are currently 13 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in San Carlos, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,896 to $6,402. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Carlos with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Arguello4$5,197$3,230
McDougal4$5,213$3,300
White Oaks3$3,120$2,896
Brittan Heights2$5,153$3,230

Largest Available San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is found at Blu Harbor by Windsor in the Marina Park neighborhood and is 1,339 square feet priced from $5,460. Trestle in the McDougal neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,316 square feet and currently listed start at $5,499. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Blu Harbor by WindsorB2-W1,339 Sq Ft$5,460
TrestlePlan 2K1,316 Sq Ft$5,499
The Villas at Bair IslandPlan I1,243 Sq Ft$5,020
Highwater2D21,174 Sq Ft$4,684
Indigo ApartmentsMaya1,159 Sq Ft$5,104
PescaderoPlan B1,112 Sq Ft$4,025
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesSequoia Townhome Premier1,100 Sq Ft$3,936
RadiusPrism1,088 Sq Ft$4,349
TownshipCambridge1,083 Sq Ft$4,287

Cheapest Available San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 29, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is the 2x1 Model starting from $2,795 at Belmont Square Apartments in the Western Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable San Carlos 2 Bedroom is the Parkwood Model at The Heltsley starting at $2,896 in the Marina Park neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in San Carlos is currently $4,510. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Belmont Square Apartments2x1$2,795
The HeltsleyParkwood$2,896
Andalusia at Chestnut2x1$3,295
Apartment in San Carlos Creek2BR/2.0BA$3,300
The Madison BelmontRichmond$3,409
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesCypress Premier$3,435
Hillsdale GardenJr. 2 bedroom$3,482
1016 Continentals (Belview Heights)2BR/2.0BA$3,500
The Marston by WindsorB5$3,945
PescaderoPlan B$4,025

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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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Getting Around San Carlos, CA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom San Carlos Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Carlos with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in San Carlos is at Belmont Square Apartments listed at $2,795.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom San Carlos Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in San Carlos is $4,510.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom San Carlos Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Carlos is a 1,339 square feet unit starting from $5,460 at Blu Harbor by Windsor.

What is the average size for San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in San Carlos is currently 1,074 sq ft.

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