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Tradewind Surf Apartments
1110 Polynesia DrFoster City, CA 94404
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Birds Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,800 (15 Rentals)
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Tradewind Surf Apartments
801 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
106 Goldhunter Ct
Foster CityCA94404
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Beachcomber Bali
1441 Beach Park BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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$2,498 - $3,340Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
eaves Foster City
700 Marlin AveFoster City, CA 94404
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1999 Beach Park Blvd
1999 Beach Park BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Harbor Cove
900 E Hillsdale BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Shadow Cove
1055 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Sand Cove
777 Shell BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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The Lagoons
611 Bounty DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Birds, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birds?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birds Studio Apartments | $2,674 | $1,875 | $3,252 |
| Birds 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,317 | $2,150 | $8,075 |
| Birds 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,955 | $2,650 | $9,765 |
| Birds 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,393 | $3,904 | $5,895 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Birds Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Birds Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Birds area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at eaves Foster City priced from $2,548. Harbor Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,575. Here are the most affordable Birds apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves Foster City | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,548 |
| Harbor Cove | STU-500 | Studio,1BA | $2,575 |
| Sand Cove | JR 1 - Montara | 1BR,1BA | $2,603 |
| Shadow Cove | San Lucas | Studio,1BA | $2,631 |
| The Lagoons | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $2,722 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birds, CA
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Birds area is the $3.95 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at One Hundred Grand in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,577. The second greatest value Birds apartment is the Breakwater Model at Waters Edge starting at $3,877 with a $4.56 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Birds apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 3B | 3BR,3BA | $3.95 |
| Waters Edge | Breakwater | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| The Triton | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.70 |
| Marlin Cove | The Dolphin | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
| The Plaza | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| eaves Foster City | S1-565-conversion | Studio ,1BA | $4.64 |
| Shadow Cove | San Lucas | Studio ,1BA | $4.78 |
| Sand Cove | JR 1 - Montara | 1BR,1BA | $4.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birds Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Birds?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Birds is at eaves Foster City listed at $2,498.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Birds Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Birds Apartment is $2,611 at eaves Foster City.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Birds Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Birds is starting from $3,110 at eaves Foster City.
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