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Foster City, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Foster City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foster City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,393 | $3,300 | $6,500 |
| Foster City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,072 | $4,300 | $9,800 |
| Foster City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,495 | $7,495 | $7,495 |
| Foster City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,750 | $8,500 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Foster City, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current 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 | $3,607 | $2,300 | 35 |
| Pilgrim Triton | $3,839 | $2,412 | 39 |
| Redwood Shores | $4,187 | $1,500 | 76 |
Cheapest Available Foster City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Foster City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St in the Western Hills neighborhood priced from $2,275. 3633 Colegrove Apartments in the Sugarloaf neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Foster City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| 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 May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foster City area is the $3.72 price per square foot Redwood Premier Model at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,715. The second greatest value Foster City apartment is the Plan B: 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Crestview Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Redwood Premier | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan B: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| eaves Foster City | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| The Madison Belmont | Westchester | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Foster City?
There are currently 626 Apartments for Rent in Foster City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $9,365. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Foster City ranging from $1,350 to $9,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Foster City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Foster City ranges from $1,350 to $9,800 with an average monthly rent of $5,378.
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