
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chess Neighborhood of Foster City, CA from $1,900 (22 Rentals)
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Chess, Foster City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chess?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chess Studio Apartments | $2,841 | $1,995 | $3,505 |
Chess 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $2,400 | $6,998 |
Chess 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,409 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
Chess 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,388 | $3,153 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Chess Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chess area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Preston at Hillsdale priced from $2,395. Ivy Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Chess apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
CitySouth | Cashmere (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,587 |
Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $2,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chess, CA
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chess area is the $3.46 price per square foot 22CG Model at Bridgepointe in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $4,468. The second greatest value Chess apartment is the Wake Model at Waters Edge starting at $4,143 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chess apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bridgepointe | 22CG | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
Waters Edge | Wake | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
MODE | J | 2BR,2BA | $4.34 |
2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.69 |
Indian Creek | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.93 |
Beach Park | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChess, Foster City, CA
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Foster City, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Chess Neighborhood in Foster City, CA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chess Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chess?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chess is at The Preston at Hillsdale listed at $2,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chess Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chess Apartment is $2,400 at Ivy Circle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chess Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chess is starting from $2,950 at Bay Terrace.
What is the most affordable Chess Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chess Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,153.
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