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1110 Polynesia DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Foster City, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foster City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Foster City Studio Apartments | $2,669 | $1,885 | $3,303 |
| Cheap Foster City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,199 | $2,350 | $8,400 |
| Cheap Foster City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,220 | $2,850 | $8,592 |
| Cheap Foster City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,578 | $3,143 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Foster City, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Foster City, 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 Foster City Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Park | $3,525 | $2,315 | 1695 |
| Pilgrim Triton | $3,657 | $2,341 | 1691 |
| Redwood Shores | $3,952 | $1,995 | 2088 |
Cheapest Available Foster City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Foster City, CA is a Studio unit found at Hillsdale Garden in the Western Hills neighborhood priced from $2,341. Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes in the South San Mateo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,346. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Foster City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio_e10a | Studio,1BA | $2,341 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio,1BA | $2,346 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foster City, CA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foster City area is the $3.49 price per square foot Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,668. The second greatest value Foster City apartment is the Plan 2AR Model at Beach Park starting at $3,443 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foster City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
| Beach Park | Plan 2AR | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.53 |
| Creekside | The Sequoia | 2BR,2BA | $3.69 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Beachcomber Bali | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| The Madison Belmont | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 1551 Winding Way, Unit B | 1551 Winding Way | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
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Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foster City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Foster City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Foster City is under $2,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Foster City?
The cheapest apartment in Foster City is 3633 Colegrove Apartments which is listed at $2,395, while the average apartment in Foster City costs $3,711.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Foster City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,170 regular apartments in Foster City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Foster City?
Cheap apartments in Foster City have an average cost of $1,026 which is $2,685 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Foster City.
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