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Redwood CityCA94062
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San CarlosCA94070
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San Carlos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in San Carlos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Carlos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,220 | $3,500 | $5,950 |
| San Carlos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $4,000 | $8,250 |
| San Carlos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Carlos, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Carlos, CA area range in price from $916 to $8,820 with an overall median price of $5,459. The three San Carlos neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eaton at $916, Brittan Heights at $916, and Arguello at $916. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Carlos Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton | $3,357 | $916 | 10 |
| Brittan Heights | $5,969 | $916 | 30 |
| Arguello | $5,975 | $916 | 37 |
| McDougal | $5,975 | $916 | 37 |
| White Oaks | $6,021 | $916 | 40 |
Cheapest Available San Carlos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Carlos, CA is a Studio unit found at Bonnie Brae Terrace in the Western Hills neighborhood priced from $1,750. 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 San Carlos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonnie Brae Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Perry Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $3.16 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Belmont Terrace in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,699. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Marymount Manor starting at $2,995 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Nativity neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Carlos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Terrace | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| Marymount Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| 219 Jackson Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 1015 Continentals (Casa Belview) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 127 Franklin St, Unit B | 127 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Carlos?
There are currently 1222 Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA with pricing that ranges from $916 to $9,229. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Carlos ranging from $1,400 to $10,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Carlos ranges from $1,400 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,996.
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