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Redwood City Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 12:27 AM

Redwood City, CA
158 Apartments for Rent

Redwood City Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 85,925
Population Density: 4,459.9 people/sq mile
Median Age: 38
Percentage of Family Households: 68%
Median Annual Income: $145,128 / year
Median Rent: $2,950 / month

What locals are saying

Nothing says paradise like blue skies and sunshine, and Redwood City, California has that in spades. This cozy California city of 75,000 is conveniently located halfway between San Francisco and San Jose and provides a vibrant, growing place to call home after the workaday grind. It’s got plenty of entertainment, retail, scenery and fluffy clouds to go around for everyone! Whether you're new in town or moving across town, finding a rental home in Redwood City can be daunting. From the suspiciously inexpensive apartments and rental homes on the east side, to the hip, urban apartments around downtown, to the woodsy, suburban west and the luxury villas on the waterfront, this guide is here to break it all down for you.

Downtown: Be here and be wonderfully square with downtown's numerous events in the majestic daylight and the hue-shifting night lights of the courthouse square

Redwood City Demographics


How diverse is Redwood City?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Redwood City is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Redwood City are White (38.4%), Hispanic Or Latino (30.2%), Asian (18.6%), Two Or More (6.4%), Black Or African American (3.3%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (1.6%), Other (1.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Redwood City residents?

The median age in Redwood City is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Redwood City?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Redwood City is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Redwood City are White (38.4%), Hispanic Or Latino (30.2%), Asian (18.6%), Two Or More (6.4%), Black Or African American (3.3%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (1.6%), Other (1.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Redwood City residents?

The median age in Redwood City is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Redwood City Crime


Overall Crime

Below Average
Overall crime in Redwood City is below average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Below Average
The level of violent crime in Redwood City is below average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Below Average
The level of property crime in Redwood City is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Redwood City


Elementary Schools

9 /10
North Star Academy
Public
3-8
Public
3-8
533 Students
33 Reviews
533
Students
33 Reviews
8 /10
Roy Cloud Elementary School
Public
K-8
Public
K-8
751 Students
29 Reviews
751
Students
29 Reviews
8 /10
Sandpiper Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
617 Students
15 Reviews
617
Students
15 Reviews

Middle Schools

9 /10
North Star Academy
Public
3-8
Public
3-8
533 Students
33 Reviews
533
Students
33 Reviews
8 /10
Roy Cloud Elementary School
Public
K-8
Public
K-8
751 Students
29 Reviews
751
Students
29 Reviews
7 /10
KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory
Charter
K-8
Charter
K-8
711 Students
11 Reviews
711
Students
11 Reviews

High Schools

7 /10
Summit Preparatory Charter High School
Charter
9-12
Charter
9-12
454 Students
19 Reviews
454
Students
19 Reviews
6 /10
Sequoia High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,067 Students
12 Reviews
2,067
Students
12 Reviews
1 /10
San Mateo County Special Education School
Public
K-12
Public
K-12
136 Students
1 Reviews
136
Students
1 Reviews
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Average rent in Redwood City, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Redwood City is $3,221, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4,220. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
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Find an apartment for rent in Redwood City, CA


Searching for an apartment for rent in Redwood City, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 158 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Redwood City. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Redwood City is $2,799 for a studio, $3,221 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $4,220 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of Redwood City apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Redwood City, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Redwood City?

In Redwood City, the average rent is $2,799 for a studio, $3,221 for a 1-bedroom, $4,220 for a 2-bedroom, and $5,897 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Redwood City, check out our monthly Redwood City Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in Redwood City?

You can filter cheap apartments in Redwood City by price: under $2,200, under $2,400, under $2,600.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Redwood City?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Redwood City apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Redwood City?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Redwood City.

How can I find off-campus housing in Redwood City?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Redwood City. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include University of California-Hastings College of Law, California Institute of Integral Studies, Golden Gate University-San Francisco, California College of the Arts, and University of San Francisco.