Studio Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA (574 Rentals)

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Walnut Studios
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Walnut Studios

817 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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800 Elm
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800 Elm

800 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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801 Walnut
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801 Walnut

801 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1450 Laurel
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1450 Laurel

1450 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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395 Laurel St
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395 Laurel St

395 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1400 San Carlos
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1400 San Carlos

1400 San Carlos AveSan Carlos, CA 94070

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544 Walnut St
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544 Walnut St

544 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1224 Belmont
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1224 Belmont

1224 Belmont AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1296 Laurel
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1296 Laurel

1296 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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625 Cedar
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625 Cedar

625 Cedar StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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680 Cedar
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680 Cedar

680 Cedar 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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640 Chestnut
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640 Chestnut

640 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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580 Chestnut St
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580 Chestnut St

580 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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753 Chestnut St
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753 Chestnut St

753 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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788 Walnut St
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788 Walnut St

788 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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621 Chestnut St
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621 Chestnut St

621 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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522 Chestnut St
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522 Chestnut St

522 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1304 Holly St
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1304 Holly St

1304 Holly StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1301 Cherry St
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1301 Cherry St

1301 Cherry StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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628 Chestnut St
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628 Chestnut St

628 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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668 Cedar
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668 Cedar

668 Cedar StSan 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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745 Chestnut St
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745 Chestnut St

745 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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760 Walnut St
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760 Walnut St

760 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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1263 Cherry
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1263 Cherry

1263 Cherry StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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726 Elm St
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726 Elm St

726 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Laureola Oaks
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Laureola Oaks

907 E San Carlos AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1202 Laurel
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1202 Laurel

1202 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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515 Chestnut St
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515 Chestnut St

515 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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656 Walnut St
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656 Walnut St

656 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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632 Cedar St
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632 Cedar St

632 Cedar StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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1420 Laurel St
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1420 Laurel St

1420 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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744 Walnut St
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744 Walnut St

744 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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801 Elm St
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801 Elm St

801 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Elm Place
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Elm Place

793 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1184 Laurel St
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1184 Laurel St

1184 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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90 Elm St
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90 Elm St

90 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1290 Holly St
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1290 Holly St

1290 Holly StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1416 Laurel
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1416 Laurel

1416 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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681 Walnut
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681 Walnut

681 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1174 Greenwood
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1174 Greenwood

1174 Greenwood AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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64 Laurel
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64 Laurel

64 Laurel 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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San Carlos, CA Local Guide

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San Carlos Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 25, 2025

There are currently 4 available Studio apartment units in San Carlos, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,040 to $3,601. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Carlos with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Arguello1$2,999$2,040
Brittan Heights1$2,040$2,040
McDougal1$2,999$2,040
White Oaks1$2,775$2,251

Largest Available San Carlos Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is found at Monticello in the Roosevelt neighborhood and is 600 square feet priced from $2,095. Hillsdale Garden in the Western Hills neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 567 square feet and currently listed start at $2,175. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
MonticelloStudio600 Sq Ft$2,095
Hillsdale GardenStudio567 Sq Ft$2,175
201 Marshall0 Bed, 1 Bath A565 Sq Ft$3,035
Indigo ApartmentsTurquoise552 Sq Ft$3,547
The HaydenS1515 Sq Ft$3,601
3633 Colegrove ApartmentsStudio420 Sq Ft$1,945
Apartment in San Carlos Creek0BR/1.0BA400 Sq Ft$2,040
Perry Street StudiosStudio384 Sq Ft$1,950

Cheapest Available San Carlos Studio Apartments

As of September 25, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Carlos, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,945 at 3633 Colegrove Apartments in the Sugarloaf neighborhood. The second most affordable San Carlos Studio is the Studio Model at Perry Street Studios starting at $1,950 in the Marina Park neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Carlos is currently $2,843. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Carlos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
3633 Colegrove ApartmentsStudio$1,945
Perry Street StudiosStudio$1,950
Apartment in San Carlos Creek0BR/1.0BA$2,040
MonticelloStudio$2,095
Hillsdale GardenStudio$2,175
Indigo ApartmentsAegean$3,004
201 Marshall0 Bed, 1 Bath A$3,035
The HaydenS1$3,601

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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 Studio San Carlos Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Carlos with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in San Carlos is at 3633 Colegrove Apartments listed at $1,945.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Carlos is $2,843.

What is the largest available Studio San Carlos Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Carlos is a 600 square feet unit starting from $2,095 at Monticello.

What is the average size for San Carlos Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in San Carlos is currently 563 sq ft.

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