
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arguello Neighborhood of San Carlos, CA from $900 (26 Rentals)
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113 Plymouth Ave, Unit ADU

Trestle

83-83 Elm St

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939 Laurel St, Unit SI FL2-ID1580

663 Prospect St, Unit 663
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25 Devonshire Blvd

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939 Laurel St, Unit SI FL1-ID1608

44 Elm St

Walnut Studios

Devonshire

Cedar Patio Apartments
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Laurel Terrace

540 Elm Street

520 Elm St

80-128 Laurel Street Apartments

EXCELLENT APARTMENT IN PRIME LOCATION

837 Laurel Ave
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920 Hill St, Unit 920 Hill st.

922 Hill St

Artisan Crossing

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The Hayden

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815 Old County Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID1920

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815 Old County Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID1919
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6th Ave

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Arguello, San Carlos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arguello?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arguello Studio Apartments | $3,614 | $3,614 | $3,614 |
| Arguello 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,139 | $2,595 | $6,080 |
| Arguello 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,275 | $3,266 | $6,740 |
| Arguello 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,538 | $6,284 | $6,730 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Arguello Neighborhood of San Carlos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Arguello Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arguello area of San Carlos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at San Carlos Apartments LLC priced from $2,595. Artisan Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,695. Here are the most affordable Arguello apartments for rent in San Carlos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Carlos Apartments LLC | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,695 |
| The Hayden | AU2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,962 |
| Trestle | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $5,633 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arguello, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arguello area is the $5.05 price per square foot Plan 2D Model at Trestle in the in the McDougal neighborhood starting from $5,633. The second greatest value Arguello apartment is the A1.1 Model at Artisan Crossing starting at $3,695 with a $5.83 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arguello apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trestle | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $5.05 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.83 |
| The Hayden | AU2 | 1BR,1BA | $6.60 |
| San Carlos Apartments LLC | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| 113 Plymouth Ave, Unit ADU | 113 Plymouth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $8.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arguello Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arguello Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arguello Apartment is $2,595 at San Carlos Apartments LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arguello Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arguello is starting from $5,427 at Artisan Crossing.
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