Cheap Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA from $900 (29 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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926 Woodside
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

926 Woodside

926-928 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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1410 Hess Road
1 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Hess Road

1410 Hess RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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1550 Ebener St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1550 Ebener St

1550 Ebener StRedwood City, CA 94061
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1619 Oxford St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1619 Oxford St

1619 Oxford StRedwood City, CA 94061
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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
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The Atherton Oaks
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Atherton Oaks

425 Encinal AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

Redwood City, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Redwood City, CA

Pricing Updated: 02/23/2025

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$3,295$2,095601
Oak Knoll Redwood Park$5,823$2,050789

Cheapest Available Redwood City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Redwood City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ in the Roosevelt neighborhood priced from $1,950. Apartment in San Carlos Creek in the McDougal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
Apartment in San Carlos Creek0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,950
Perry Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$2,050
Mosaic ApartmentsStudio w/BalconyStudio,1BA$2,095
The Monticello ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
1410 Hess Road1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,150
Avenue Two ApartmentsSStudio,1BA$2,225
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$2,395
Sofi Redwood ParkWoodside1BR,1BA$2,395
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA

As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Redwood City area is the $2.75 price per square foot 413 Portofino Dr Model at 413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive in the in the Brittan Heights neighborhood starting from $3,575. The second greatest value Redwood City apartment is the Two Bedroom _ One and One Half Bath Townhome Model at The Preston at Hillsdale starting at $3,645 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the Pilgrim-Triton 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.
413 Portofino Dr, Unit 413 Portofino Drive413 Portofino Dr2BR,2BA$2.75
The Preston at HillsdaleTwo Bedroom _ One and One Half Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$3.16
2660 Melendy Dr, Unit #12660 Melendy Dr2BR,1BA$2.78
1442 Gordon Street2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.08
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments2x22BR,2BA$3.04
969 E St2x12BR,1BA$2.85
Old County Road Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.99
Courtyard Apartments1x1L1BR,1BA$3.16
Garden Oaks Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.24
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.25

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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 #71

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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Redwood City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Redwood City is at Apartment in San Carlos Creek listed at $1,950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood City Apartment is $1,950 at Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Redwood City is starting from $2,850 at 969 E St.

What is the most affordable Redwood City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Redwood City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,108.

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