Cheap Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA from $900 (18 Rentals)

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Chateau D'Oro Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau D'Oro Apartments

1001 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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Catania Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catania Apartments

2431 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Walnut Studios
Studio Apartments

Walnut Studios

817 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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Oakview
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview

3135 Campus DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Belmont, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Belmont, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Belmont, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Belmont Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units

Cheapest Available Belmont Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Belmont, CA is a Studio unit found at Bonnie Brae Terrace in the Western Hills neighborhood priced from $2,073. Hillsdale Garden in the Western Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,341. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Belmont apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bonnie Brae TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$2,073
Hillsdale GardenStudio_e10aStudio,1BA$2,341
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesSage PremierStudio,1BA$2,346
The Preston at HillsdaleStudioStudio,1BA$2,395
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belmont, CA

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Belmont area is the $3.14 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Belmont Terrace in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,669. The second greatest value Belmont apartment is the Hot Springs Model at Hillside Gardens starting at $3,250 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belmont apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Belmont Terrace2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.14
Hillside GardensHot Springs2BR,1.5BA$2.95
2727 EdisonBrentwood2BR,2BA$3.49
Village Court Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.48
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.05
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.38
Ralston at BelmontTMA 1+11BR,1BA$3.23
The Riley at Belmont Hills1 + 11BR,1BA$3.29
Crestview ApartmentsPlan C: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.24
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.44

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Belmont Overview

The apartments in Belmont are some of the best in the Bay Area as they are affordable and yet still offer residents easy access to all the amenities Belmont and the greater San Francisco area has to offer. Living here, you get to enjoy gorgeous public lands to your southwest, San Francisco Bay to your northeast, and a great many urban amenities at Belmont’s heart. 

Why live in Belmont, CA?

Apartments in Belmont are truly unique in that they benefit from being part of the city’s massive smoking ordinance. In 2009, the city attracted national attention for passing what was then the first-of-its-kind smoking ban. That ban, that remains in effect today, prohibits smoking in all multi-story apartments, condominiums, and businesses. So if clean air and a city that cares about public health are important lifestyle facets to you, then Belmont is a great place to live. As in addition to this ordinance, the city has an incredible array of parks and community spaces -- furthering proving its big focus on health and lifestyle.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Belmont, CA

Ranked #102

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Belmont, CA

Walk Score®

78 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belmont Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Belmont?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Belmont is at Bonnie Brae Terrace listed at $2,073.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Apartment is $2,395 at 3633 Colegrove Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Belmont Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Belmont is starting from $2,475 at Village Court Apartments.

What is the most affordable Belmont Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Belmont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,143.

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