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San Carlos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Carlos, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Carlos, CA area range in price from $916 to $10,015 with an overall median price of $5,395. The three San Carlos neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eaton at $916, Brittan Heights at $916, and Arguello at $916. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Carlos Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eaton$3,027$91611
Brittan Heights$5,968$91629
Arguello$5,981$91621
McDougal$5,981$91622
White Oaks$6,020$91633

Cheapest Available San Carlos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Carlos, CA is a Studio unit found at Bonnie Brae Terrace in the Western Hills neighborhood priced from $1,750. Perry Street Studios in the Marina Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Carlos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bonnie Brae TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Perry Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
1410 Hess Road1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,245
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $2.96 price per square foot Apt 31 Model at 1 Duane St in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the 2x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the McDougal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Carlos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1 Duane StApt 311BR,2BA$2.96
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments2x22BR,2BA$3.04
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.05
219 Jackson Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.94
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.19
751 Vista Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.95
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$3.28
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Carlos

What type of rentals are currently available in San Carlos?

There are currently 1204 Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA with pricing that ranges from $916 to $10,015. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Carlos ranging from $1,400 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Carlos?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Carlos ranges from $1,400 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,520.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

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

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

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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