Cheap Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA from $900 (22 Rentals)

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180 Harrison Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

180 Harrison Ave

180 Harrison AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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529 Hampshire Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave

529 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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1410 Jefferson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Jefferson Ave

1410 Jefferson AveRedwood City, CA 94062
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Walnut Studios
Studio Apartments

Walnut Studios

817 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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670 Live Oak Ave
Studio Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

670 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

Redwood City, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Redwood 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 Redwood City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Atherton$3,032$1,18916
Oak Knoll Redwood Park$7,221$1,95938

Cheapest Available Redwood City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Redwood City, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Middlefield Junction in the West Atherton neighborhood priced from $1,189. Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Redwood City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Middlefield Junction2 BD2BR,1BA$1,189
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
Mosaic ApartmentsStudio w/BalconyStudio,1BA$1,995
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,295
The Preston at HillsdaleStudioStudio,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA

As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $2.72 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Marymount Manor in the in the Nativity neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the 2x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the McDougal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Redwood City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Marymount ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.72
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments2x22BR,2BA$3.04
Bay TerraceThe Veranda3BR,2BA$3.46
Crestview ApartmentsPlan B Washer and dryer1BR,1BA$3.14
Menlo Pointe Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.45
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.44
Courtyard Apartments1x1S1BR,1BA$3.28
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.25
Middlefield Junction1 BD1BR,1BA$3.11

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Redwood City Overview

If you are looking for a diverse and vibrant place to live, Redwood City may just be perfect for you. The area is very mixed in terms of social strata, and there are apartments available in almost every price range, from basic working class housing to upscale rental communities developed in a resort style. San Mateo county is home to many smaller areas and neighborhoods, and there is really something for everyone in the greater Redwood City area. Apartment living suits this town very well as there are many young professionals living in this town and are not yet ready to buy a home. The apartment complexes are very vibrant and most have robust social calendars and mixers for their residents.

Why live in Redwood City, CA?

Redwood City is great for young professionals working in San Francisco or San Jose, or one of the many tech companies now headquartered her in town. There are many fun events sponsored by the city, and the usual amenities of dining and shopping abound.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Redwood City, CA

Ranked #60

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 Redwood City, CA

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Redwood City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Redwood City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Redwood City is under $2,395.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Redwood City?

The cheapest apartment in Redwood City is Middlefield Junction which is listed at $1,741, while the average apartment in Redwood City costs $5,126.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Redwood 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 3 regular apartments in Redwood 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 Redwood City?

Cheap apartments in Redwood City have an average cost of $603 which is $4,523 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Redwood City.

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