Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arguello Neighborhood of San Carlos, CA from $900 (64 Rentals)

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Devonshire Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Devonshire Apartments

1 Devonshire BlvdSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Laurel Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Terrace

399 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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257 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

257 Elm St

257 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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436 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

436 Laurel St

436 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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191 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

191 Elm St

191 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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533-537 Elm St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

533-537 Elm St

533-537 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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777 Walnut St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

777 Walnut St

777 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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540 Elm Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

540 Elm Street

540 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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520 Elm St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 Elm St

520 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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636 Prospect St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

636 Prospect St

636 Prospect StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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412 Laurel
1 Bedroom Apartments

412 Laurel

412 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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737 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

737 Elm St

737 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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786 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

786 Elm St

786 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1289 Magnolia
1 Bedroom Apartments

1289 Magnolia

1289 Magnolia AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1501 Cherry St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1501 Cherry St

1501 Cherry StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Wheeler Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Wheeler Plaza

657 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Kent Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Apartments

560 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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565 Chestnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

565 Chestnut St

565 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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656 Chestnut
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

656 Chestnut

656 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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580 Cedar St
1 Bedroom Apartments

580 Cedar St

580 Cedar StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1235 Holly
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1235 Holly

1235 Holly StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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182-190 Elm St
2 Bedroom Apartments

182-190 Elm St

182-190 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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Athens of San Carlos
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Athens of San Carlos

552-560 El Camino RealSan Carlos, CA 94070
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650 Prospect St
2 Bedroom Apartments

650 Prospect St

650 Prospect StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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782 Elm St
3 Bedroom Apartments

782 Elm St

782 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Riviera Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riviera Apartments

1800-1810 San Carlos AveSan Carlos, CA 94070
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188-198 Laurel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

188-198 Laurel St

188-198 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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435 Walnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

435 Walnut St

435 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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274 Elm St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

274 Elm St

274 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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977-985 Laurel St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

977-985 Laurel St

977-985 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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527-529 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

527-529 Elm St

527-529 Elm StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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290-298 Laurel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

290-298 Laurel St

290-298 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070

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1220 - 1236 Oak
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1220 - 1236 Oak

1220-1236 Oak StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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681 Cedar St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

681 Cedar St

681 Cedar StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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523 Chestnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

523 Chestnut St

523 Chestnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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6th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6th Ave

1665 6th AveBelmont, CA 94002
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1000 South Belmont
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1000 South Belmont

1000 South RdBelmont, CA 94002
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840 El Camino Real
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

840 El Camino Real

840 El Camino RealBelmont, CA 94002

Arguello, San Carlos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Arguello Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arguello area of San Carlos, CA is a Studio unit found at Walnut Studios priced from $916. Devonshire Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Arguello apartments for rent in San Carlos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walnut StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$916
Devonshire Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,175
The HaydenAU21BR,1BA$3,240
Andalusia at Chestnut2x12BR,1BA$3,295
Apartment in San Carlos Creek2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3,300
Artisan CrossingJR - One BedroomStudio,1BA$3,305
TrestlePlan 1J1BR,1BA$3,934

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arguello, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arguello area is the $5.14 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Trestle in the in the McDougal neighborhood starting from $5,182. The second greatest value Arguello apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Apartment in San Carlos Creek starting at $3,300 with a $4.13 price per square foot in the McDougal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arguello apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
TrestlePlan 2B2BR,2BA$5.14
Apartment in San Carlos Creek2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$4.13
Andalusia at Chestnut2x12BR,1BA$4.45
Devonshire Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.11
Artisan CrossingA1.0a1BR,1BA$5.68
The HaydenA21BR,1BA$5.61
Walnut StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$2.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arguello, San Carlos, CA

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in San Carlos, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arguello Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arguello?

The cheapest apartment in Arguello is Devonshire Apartments which is listed at $2,175, while the average apartment in Arguello costs $14,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arguello?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Arguello that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.