
Cheap Homes for Rent in San Carlos, TX from $700 (10 Rentals)
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2100 E San Andrea St

3000 S Links Dr

28 S 13th St

23 S 5th Ave
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25 Lago Vista Dr

14516 Rio Revuelto Dr

10 Cesar Chavez

15 W Cano St

3 Jackson N Rd
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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 | $1,503 | $1,100 | $2,300 |
| San Carlos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,822 | $1,150 | $2,650 |
| San Carlos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,659 | $1,300 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available San Carlos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Carlos, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at La Palmilla in the Los Lagos neighborhood priced from $356. La Stella Independent Senior Living in the Los Lagos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $380. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Carlos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $356 |
| La Stella Independent Senior Living | A3 | 1BR,2BA | $380 |
| Heritage Square | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, TX and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $0.75 price per square foot Townhouse Style Apartment Model at 1814 E Iowa Rd in the in the Los Lagos neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the Two bedroom Model at Texas Homeco @ Mesquite Ridge starting at $900 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Los Lagos 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1814 E Iowa Rd | Townhouse Style Apartment | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
| Texas Homeco @ Mesquite Ridge | Two bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Avanti East Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Rock Ridge | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Avanti West | B2-60% | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Las Violetas Town Home Apartments | townhome | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Gastel Circle Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| McIntyre Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| La Stella Independent Senior Living | A3 | 1BR,2BA | $0.58 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Carlos?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, TX with pricing that ranges from $356 to $2,225. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Carlos ranging from $700 to $5,500.
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 $700 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,774.
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