3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA (161 Rentals)

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777 Walnut St
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777 Walnut St

777 Walnut 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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409 Portofino Dr
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409 Portofino Dr

409 Portofino 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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782 Elm St
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782 Elm St

782 Elm StSan 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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512 Walnut St
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512 Walnut St

512 Walnut 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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405 Portofino Dr
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405 Portofino Dr

405 Portofino DrSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Crestview Park
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Crestview Park

1 Azalea LnSan 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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626-648 Walnut St
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626-648 Walnut St

626-648 Walnut 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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171 Elm
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171 Elm

171 ElmSan 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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1501 Cherry St
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1501 Cherry St

1501 Cherry 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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Catania Apartments
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Catania Apartments

2431 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Carlmont Heights
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Carlmont Heights

2213 Hastings DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Encore
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Encore

855 Veterans BlvdRedwood City, CA 94063
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1612 Fifth
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1612 Fifth

1612 Fifth AveBelmont, CA 94002
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1801 El Parque Ct
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1801 El Parque Ct

1801 El Parque CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2311 Carlmont Dr
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2311 Carlmont Dr

2311 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002

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1339 Oxford St
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1339 Oxford St

1339 Oxford StRedwood City, CA 94061
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420 Cedar St
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420 Cedar St

420 Cedar StRedwood City, CA 94063
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1128 McKinley St
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1128 McKinley St

1128 McKinley StRedwood City, CA 94061
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442 Madison Ave
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442 Madison Ave

442 Madison AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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924 Cleveland St
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924 Cleveland St

924 Cleveland StRedwood City, CA 94061
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Veterans & Winslow
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Veterans & Winslow

590 Veterans BlvdRedwood City, CA 94063
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129 Jackson Ave
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129 Jackson Ave

129 Jackson AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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1138 Junipero Ave
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1138 Junipero Ave

1138 Junipero AveRedwood City, CA 94061
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1113 Oliver St
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1113 Oliver St

1113 Oliver StRedwood City, CA 94061

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San Carlos, CA Local Guide

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San Carlos 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 18, 2025

There are currently 5 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in San Carlos, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $4,395 to $6,594. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Carlos with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
White Oaks2$4,395$4,395
Arguello1$6,432$5,695
Brittan Heights1$6,432$5,695
McDougal1$6,432$5,695

Largest Available San Carlos 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is found at Indigo Apartments in the Marina Park neighborhood and is 1,481 square feet priced from $7,020. Highwater in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,403 square feet and currently listed start at $6,764. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Indigo ApartmentsUltramarine1,481 Sq Ft$7,020
Highwater3A21,403 Sq Ft$6,764
520 El Camino Real3bd2ba1,370 Sq Ft$5,695
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments1,200 Sq Ft$4,395

Cheapest Available San Carlos 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 18, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is the 3x2 Model starting from $4,395 at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments in the Marina Park neighborhood. The second most affordable San Carlos 3 Bedroom is the Vertex Model at Radius starting at $5,257 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in San Carlos is currently $5,968. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments3x2$4,395
RadiusVertex$5,257
520 El Camino Real3bd2ba$5,695
Highwater3A2$6,779
Indigo ApartmentsUltramarine$7,020

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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 3 Bedroom San Carlos Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Carlos with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Carlos is at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments listed at $4,395.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Carlos Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Carlos is $5,968.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Carlos Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Carlos is a 1,481 square feet unit starting from $7,020 at Indigo Apartments.

What is the average size for San Carlos 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Carlos is currently 1,611 sq ft.

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