Apartments For Rent in Redwood City, CA
129 rentals
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$3,817 - $4,909/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCirrus Redwood City | 2580 El Camino Real #6247601,
Redwood City, CA 94061 - PET FRIENDLY$3,839 - $5,255/mo1-2 Beds1-3 BathsFranklin 299 | 299 Franklin St #732542010,
Redwood City, CA 94063 - PET FRIENDLYFURNISHED
- PET FRIENDLY$4,075 - $4,595/mo1 Bed1 BathThe Villas at Bair Island | 700 Bair Island Rd #770-201,
Redwood City, CA 94063 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,474 - $5,570/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathHighwater | 1405 El Camino Real #11153390,
Redwood City, CA 94063 - PET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,667 - $4,425/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathIndigo | 675 Bradford St #1041,
Redwood City, CA 94063 - PET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,958 - $4,958/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsPescadero Apartments | 950 Redwood Shores Pkwy #F-201,
Redwood City, CA 94065 - $4,025 - $5,575/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsFranklin Street Apartment Homes | 1553 El Camino Real #1-2103,
Redwood City, CA 94063 - $3,674 - $7,136/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsBlu Harbor by Windsor | 1 Blu Harbor Blvd #416,
Redwood City, CA 94063 - $3,232 - $4,505/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsRiva Terra Apartments at Redwood Shores | 850 Davit Ln #1-10205,
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What Locals Say about Redwood City
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Redwood City buzzes with sunny, friendly living, lively downtown, easy commutes, bay trails. Safe feel, parks and bay trails, lively downtown events, and quick access to 101/280 and Caltrain. Costly housing, some traffic, limited bike lanes/sidewalks, dog mess, occasional noise or crime.
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Types of apartment in Redwood City, CA
Redwood City apartments range from older walk-up buildings near Downtown to newer mid-rise apartments around the Caltrain station. You also see 1950s and 1960s garden-style apartments with stucco walls, low roofs, and open parking courts in areas like Woodside Plaza and Friendly Acres. Around Mount Carmel and Edgewood Park, houses for rent often include small bungalows, ranch homes, and a few older Victorian and Craftsman homes with porches, wood siding, and detached garages. Many apartments near El Camino Real sit on busy streets, so the tradeoff can be easier transit and more storefronts nearby.On the north side near Redwood Shores, apartments often look newer and more planned, with larger complexes, wider streets, and more surface parking. South and west areas near Farm Hill and Redwood Heights have fewer apartment clusters and more houses for rent on curving residential streets. Interiors in newer apartments often include in-unit laundry, larger windows, and open kitchens. Older apartments can have smaller rooms, wall heaters, and less storage, but they may have thicker walls or more separate dining space. In Redwood City, the style of apartments changes fast within a few blocks.
Getting around Redwood City, CA
Redwood City has strong transit for renters near Downtown, Mount Carmel, and along El Camino Real. Caltrain, the commuter rail line, stops at the Redwood City station, and SamTrans, the bus service, covers much of the city. Driving is straightforward on El Camino Real, Woodside Road, and Highway 101, but traffic can build at commute times. Parking varies by block. Walking works best near Broadway and Courthouse Square. Biking can be easier in flatter areas like Redwood Shores.Living in Redwood City, CA
Redwood City is known for Courthouse Square events, the Fox Theatre, and restaurants along Broadway and Main Street. You can also use Red Morton Park, stroll at Edgewood Park, or head toward the Bay Trail from Redwood Shores. Major work nearby includes tech, health care, biotech, and office jobs around Downtown, Redwood Shores, Menlo Park, and Palo Alto. That mix shapes where many people rent apartments and houses.Average Rent Trends in Redwood City, CA
Rent in Redwood City, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $3,300 |
| Jul 2025 | $3,688 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,914 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,500 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,400 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,455 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,300 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,340 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,600 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,300 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,495 |
| May 2026 | $3,600 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,700 | $4,150 | $5,700 | $7,830 | $3,717 |
| Townhomes | $2,000 | $4,150 | $6,350 | — | $6,027 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,500 | $3,800 | $5,000 | — | $2,625 |
| Houses | $3,200 | $4,950 | $6,100 | $7,830 | $6,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Redwood City, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Redwood City, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Redwood City, CA is $3,142 per month. This is about 63% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Redwood City, CA?The average rent of a house in Redwood City, CA is $6,100 per month. This is about 216% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Redwood City, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Redwood City, CA is $6,027 per month. This is about 212% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Redwood City, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Redwood City, CA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $3,200 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Redwood City, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Redwood City, CA was highest in Aug 2025 when it was $3,914 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Redwood City, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Redwood City, CA is $2,700 per month. That is about $650 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Redwood City, CA?There are 142 available rental listings in Redwood City, CA.
- What are some neighborhoods in Redwood City, CA?Some neighborhoods in Redwood City, CA include: Redwood Shores, Central, Redwood Oaks, Palm, Friendly Acres.
- What are some zip codes in Redwood City, CA?
- What are some cities near Redwood City, CA?Some nearby cities include: San Carlos, Menlo Park, Atherton, Emerald Lake Hills, Foster City. These cities may have more rental options to explore.














