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San Carlos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in San Carlos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Carlos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,811 | $3,100 | $7,500 |
| San Carlos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,154 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Carlos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,907 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
| San Carlos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,625 | $9,500 | $10,000+ |
| San Carlos 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $40,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Carlos, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Carlos, CA area range in price from $2,605 to $7,940 with an overall median price of $5,612. The three San Carlos neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eaton at $3,495, White Oaks at $2,605, and Arguello at $3,200. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Carlos Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton | $3,685 | $3,495 | 2 |
| White Oaks | $4,395 | $2,605 | 2 |
| Arguello | $6,661 | $3,200 | 10 |
| Brittan Heights | $6,661 | $3,200 | 6 |
| McDougal | $6,661 | $3,200 | 10 |
Cheapest Available San Carlos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Carlos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Belmont Family Apartments in the Belmont neighborhood priced from $2,090. Monticello in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Carlos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $3.72 price per square foot C2 Model at Franklin 299 in the in the Roosevelt neighborhood starting from $5,255. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the 413 Portofino Dr Model at 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive starting at $3,875 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the San Carlos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Carlos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin 299 | C2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.72 |
| 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive | 413 Portofino Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.84 |
| 127 Franklin St, Unit A | 127 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
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