
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McDougal Neighborhood of San Carlos, CA from $900 (27 Rentals)
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113 Plymouth Ave, Unit ADU

Trestle

83-83 Elm St

663 Prospect St, Unit 663

25 Devonshire Blvd
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44 Elm St

Walnut Studios

Devonshire

Cedar Patio Apartments

Laurel Terrace

540 Elm Street
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520 Elm St

80-128 Laurel Street Apartments

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837 Laurel Ave

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920 Hill St, Unit 920 Hill st.

922 Hill St
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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

6th Ave

The Alameda Apartments
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Old County Road Apartments

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El Dorado Apartments
McDougal, San Carlos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McDougal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDougal Studio Apartments | $3,614 | $3,614 | $3,614 |
| McDougal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,139 | $2,595 | $6,080 |
| McDougal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,364 | $3,266 | $6,740 |
| McDougal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,538 | $6,284 | $6,730 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the McDougal Neighborhood of San Carlos, CA.
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Cheapest Available McDougal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McDougal area of San Carlos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at San Carlos Apartments LLC priced from $2,595. Old County Road Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable McDougal 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 |
| Old County Road Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Artisan Crossing | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,695 |
| The Hayden | AU2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,962 |
| El Dorado Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $4,245 |
| Trestle | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $5,633 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDougal, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the McDougal area is the $3.54 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at El Dorado Apartments in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $4,245. The second greatest value McDougal apartment is the Plan 2D Model at Trestle starting at $5,633 with a $5.05 price per square foot in the McDougal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McDougal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| Trestle | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $5.05 |
| Old County Road Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| 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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Pet Friendly LifestyleMcdougal, San Carlos, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McDougal Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McDougal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McDougal Apartment is $2,595 at San Carlos Apartments LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McDougal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McDougal is starting from $4,245 at El Dorado Apartments.
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