
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Redwood City, CA from $900 (2 Rentals)
Rental terms in Redwood City as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Redwood City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Redwood City Studio Apartments | $3,120 | $1,895 | $3,871 |
Redwood City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $1,200 | $7,510 |
Redwood City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,522 | $1,189 | $9,525 |
Redwood City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,882 | $2,369 | $10,000+ |
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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
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 Redwood City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Redwood City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Redwood City is at Mosaic Apartments listed at $1,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Redwood City Apartment is $1,741 at Middlefield Junction.
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 $1,189 at Middlefield Junction.
What is the most affordable Redwood City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Redwood City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Middlefield Junction and starts from $2,369.
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