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Rental Market Trends in Redwood City, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Redwood City, CA is $3,271/month.
Rent in Redwood City is 96% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,271/month
Average Rent
671 Sq Ft
Average Size
+7.1%
Change / Year
740
Available Apartments
Redwood City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Redwood City average $2,792 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Redwood City average $3,271 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Redwood City average $4,318 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Redwood City average $5,294 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Redwood City, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 7.1%, which averages out to $233 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Redwood City, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
20%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
20%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
57%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Redwood City?
Based on current rent prices, Staumbaugh Heller, Baylands and Downtown Redwood City are the most affordable neighborhoods in Redwood City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Redwood City?
Based on current rent prices, Friendly Acres, Roosevelt and Downtown Redwood City are the most expensive neighborhoods in Redwood City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Redwood City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Redwood City with the most apartments available are Baylands, Downtown Redwood City and Roosevelt .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Redwood City, CA?
Because the average rent in Redwood City is $3,271, you’ll want to make about $10,903 per month or $130,836 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Redwood City, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Redwood City, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Redwood City Area GuideStudio
$3,419/month
$1,280/month
One Bedroom
$3,299/month
$1,832/month
Two Bedroom
$4,424/month
$1,667/month
Three Bedroom
$3,246/month
$4,051/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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San Carlos
Avg Rent: $2,731/month
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Belmont
Avg Rent: $3,090/month
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Menlo Park
Avg Rent: $3,608/month
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Foster City
Avg Rent: $3,351/month
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East Palo Alto
Avg Rent: $2,278/month
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San Mateo
Avg Rent: $3,189/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Redwood City?
The average rent in Redwood City is $3,271 per month, which is 96.5% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Redwood City?
The average rent for a house in Redwood City, CA is $6,051 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Redwood City?
Rents in Redwood City, CA are increasing, with prices up 7.1% year-over-year and $233 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Redwood City?
In Redwood City, CA, 57% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.