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1458 Hudson St
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3335 La Mesa Dr, Unit # 7

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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 |
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San Carlos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,315 | $3,200 | $6,080 |
San Carlos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,717 | $4,495 | $8,000 |
San Carlos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,140 | $5,985 | $10,000+ |
San Carlos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,166 | $7,800 | $8,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Carlos, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Carlos, CA area range in price from $1,980 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $5,441. The three San Carlos neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eaton at $3,495, White Oaks at $2,150, and Arguello at $2,040. 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 |
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Eaton | $3,497 | $3,495 | 2 |
White Oaks | $4,395 | $2,150 | 9 |
Arguello | $6,439 | $2,040 | 19 |
Brittan Heights | $6,439 | $2,040 | 10 |
McDougal | $6,439 | $1,980 | 20 |
Cheapest Available San Carlos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Carlos, CA is a Studio unit found at 3633 Colegrove Apartments in the Sugarloaf neighborhood priced from $1,945. Apartment in San Carlos Creek in the McDougal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,040. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Carlos apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
Apartment in San Carlos Creek | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,040 |
Perry Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $3.66 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments in the in the Marina Park neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Marymount Manor starting at $3,195 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Marina Park 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. |
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The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.66 |
Marymount Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
1193 Laurel St, Unit Upstairs | 1193 Laurel St | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
219 Jackson Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.65 |
Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.49 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Carlos?
There are currently 1207 Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,980 to $10,000. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Carlos ranging from $1,200 to $90,000.
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 $1,200 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,614.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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