2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA (622 Rentals)

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1001 Laurel St

San CarlosCA94070
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409 Walnut St
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409 Walnut St

409 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1340 Cherry St
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1340 Cherry St

1340 Cherry 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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340 Torino Dr
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340 Torino Dr

340 Torino DrSan 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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171 Elm
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171 Elm

171 ElmSan 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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537 Prospect St
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537 Prospect St

537 Prospect StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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409 Portofino Dr
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409 Portofino Dr

409 Portofino DrSan 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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436 Laurel St
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436 Laurel St

436 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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415 Portofino Dr
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415 Portofino Dr

415 Portofino DrSan 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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308 Torino Dr
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308 Torino Dr

308 Torino DrSan 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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182-190 Elm St
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182-190 Elm St

182-190 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Wheeler Plaza
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Wheeler Plaza

657 Walnut 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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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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372 Caprino Way
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372 Caprino Way

372 Caprino WaySan 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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650 Prospect St
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650 Prospect St

650 Prospect 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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737 Elm St
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737 Elm St

737 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1464 Laurel St
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1464 Laurel St

1464 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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977-985 Laurel St
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977-985 Laurel St

977-985 Laurel 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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525 Walnut St
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525 Walnut St

525 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 08, 2026

There are currently 13 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in San Carlos, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $3,495 to $7,770. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Carlos with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Brittan Heights5$5,587$3,495
Arguello3$5,673$3,900
McDougal3$5,761$4,698
Eaton2$3,685$3,495

Largest Available San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is found at Franklin 299 in the Roosevelt neighborhood and is 1,413 square feet priced from $5,255. Trestle in the McDougal neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,115 square feet and currently listed start at $5,859. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Franklin 299C21,413 Sq Ft$5,255
TrestlePlan 2D1,115 Sq Ft$5,859
Blu Harbor by WindsorB1-W1,111 Sq Ft$5,439
Highwater2D1996 Sq Ft$5,866
The Marston by WindsorB3986 Sq Ft$5,205
The MilltonB4941 Sq FtCall for Rates
Hillsdale Garden2 Bed D941 Sq FtCall for Rates
Belmont Square Apartments2x1917 Sq Ft$2,995
Belmont Family Apartments2 Bedroom815 Sq Ft$2,491
Brewster Place2 BR, 1.5 BA800 Sq Ft$3,075

Cheapest Available San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 08, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is the 2 Bedroom Model starting from $2,491 at Belmont Family Apartments in the Belmont neighborhood. The second most affordable San Carlos 2 Bedroom is the The Teresa Model at Bay Terrace starting at $2,865 in the Birds neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in San Carlos is currently $4,839. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Belmont Family Apartments2 Bedroom$2,491
Bay TerraceThe Teresa$2,865
Belmont Square Apartments2x1$2,995
Brewster Place2 BR, 1.5 BA$3,075
The MilltonB4$3,362
422 PortofinoTwo Bedroom Two Bath$3,495
The Marston by WindsorB3$5,205
Franklin 299C2$5,255
Blu Harbor by WindsorB1-W$5,439

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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 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 Family Apartments listed at $2,491.

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 $4,839.

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 1,413 square feet unit starting from $5,255 at Franklin 299.

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 1,469 sq ft.

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