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Redwood CityCA94062
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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 | $4,060 | $3,300 | $5,950 |
| San Carlos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,548 | $4,200 | $7,700 |
| San Carlos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,395 | $5,975 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Carlos, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Carlos, CA area range in price from $1,750 to $9,000 with an overall median price of $5,849. The three San Carlos neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eaton at $1,959, Brittan Heights at $1,750, and Arguello at $1,750. 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 | $5,325 | $1,959 | 7 |
| Brittan Heights | $5,943 | $1,750 | 27 |
| Arguello | $5,980 | $1,750 | 32 |
| McDougal | $5,980 | $1,750 | 32 |
| White Oaks | $6,021 | $1,959 | 34 |
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 April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $3.04 price per square foot 2x2 Model at The Wellesley Crescent Apartments in the in the McDougal neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the Gordon Model at Geraldine starting at $3,200 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wellesley Crescent Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| Geraldine | Gordon | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan B: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 219 Jackson Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 1015 Continentals (Casa Belview) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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There are currently 1226 Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $9,229. There are also 45 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 $4,816.
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