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786 Elm St #11, San Carlos, CA 94070, USA
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Property Overview
786 Elm Street, Unit 11 has a strong Zumper expert rating and stands out for several appealing qualities. Its notable features and pros suggest a well-rounded option with practical strengths and attractive details.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
- More space
Floor plans
| 786 Elm Street, Unit 11 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | $2,695 /mo | San Carlos is a small city located in the San Francisco Bay Area. The city is known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, and vibrant downtown area with endless amenities. The property is footsteps from San Carlos Downtown on Laurel Street with a grocery market, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, banks, and post office. San Carlos Caltrain station is just a few blocks away. Remodeled Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | Unit on top/second level Unit Features: Bedroom with large closets New flooring and recessed lights throughout living areas Updated kitchen with dishwasher Comfortable dining area with large windows New dual pane, privacy tinted windows Storage closets throughout the unit Update bathroom with large vanity and bathtub Property Features: One (1) on-site carport parking space with secured storage cabinet (Included) Shared in-building coin-op laundry facility Tenant pays PG&E and/or other utilities Owner pays for water and garbage only |
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About 786 Elm Street, Unit 11
San Carlos is a small city located in the San Francisco Bay Area. The city is known for its excellent schools, beautiful parks, and vibrant downtown area with endless amenities. The property is footsteps from San Carlos Downtown on Laurel Street with a grocery market, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, banks, and post office. San Carlos Caltrain station is just a few blocks away. Remodeled Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | Unit on top/second level Unit Features: Bedroom with large closets New flooring and recessed lights throughout living areas Updated kitchen with dishwasher Comfortable dining area with large windows New dual pane, privacy tinted windows Storage closets throughout the unit Update bathroom with large vanity and bathtub Property Features: One (1) on-site carport parking space with secured storage cabinet (Included) Shared in-building coin-op laundry facility Tenant pays PG&E and/or other utilities Owner pays for water and garbage only
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 786 Elm Street, Unit 11 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 786 Elm Street, Unit 11 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
786 Elm Street, Unit 11 stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
786 Elm Street, Unit 11 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 786 Elm Street, Unit 11 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
786 Elm Street, Unit 11 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 786 Elm Street, Unit 11 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 786 Elm Street, Unit 11 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in San Carlos
1-bedroom apartments at 786 Elm Street, Unit 11 cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Carlos.
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
San Carlos
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,361 |
| October 2024 | $2,050 |
| November 2024 | $2,028 |
| December 2024 | $2,036 |
| January 2025 | $2,223 |
| February 2025 | $2,223 |
| September 2025 | $2,040 |
| October 2025 | $2,040 |
| November 2025 | $2,040 |
| December 2025 | $2,040 |
| January 2026 | $2,258 |
| February 2026 | $2,268 |
| March 2026 | $2,281 |
| April 2026 | $2,230 |
| May 2026 | $2,095 |
| June 2026 | $2,115 |
| July 2026 | $2,033 |
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Can I afford to live at 786 Elm St #11?
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $107,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,695.
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Schools near 786 Elm Street, Unit 11
Arroyo
1710 arroyo ave
san carlos, CA, 94070
4-5Public
A
Brittan Acres Elementary School
2000 belle ave
san carlos, CA, 94070
K-3Public
A
Mariposa
750 dartmouth ave
san carlos, CA, 94070
4-5Public
A
San Mateo County Special Education
101 twin dolphin dr
redwood city, CA, 94065
K-12Public
Champions at Sandpiper
797 redwood shores pkwy
redwood city, CA, 94065
PKPublic
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Getting around San Carlos near 786 Elm St #11
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 786 Elm St #11, San Carlos
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 786 Elm St #11
Bianchini's Market
810 Laurel St
Cuisinett French Comfort Food
1105 San Carlos Ave
De Hoff Enterprises Inc
990 Industrial Rd
Lucky Supermarkets
1133 Old County Rd
Trader Joe's
1482 El Camino Real
Sarrtori Fine Apparel
740 Laurel St
Footwear Etc
730 Laurel St
Kids Co
781 Laurel St
Nancy's Tailoring & Boutique
889 Laurel St
Cynthia's Costumes & Parties
1234 Cherry St
Starbucks
856 Laurel St
Boba Guys
872 Laurel St
Peet's Coffee
677 Laurel St
Groovy Goose Coffee
1221 San Carlos Ave
Starbucks
1187 San Carlos Ave
Stamp Bar & Grill
773 Laurel St
Faith & Spirits
765 Laurel St
Orchid Room
678 Laurel St
Ale Arsenal Craft Beer
971 Laurel St
Noelani's Island Grill
1037 Laurel St
Nothing Bundt Cakes
864 Laurel St
Max Muscle Nutrition
900 Laurel St
Our Bread Crumbs
751 Laurel St
Something Swede-Ish Home Bakery
657 Laurel St
SusieCakes
649 Laurel St
Frank D. Harrington Park
Toddler Playground
City Hall Dog Park
E R Burton Park
Rosek Park
Cowabunga Creamery
784 Laurel St
West Park Bistro
788 Laurel St
Crepe Stop
852 Laurel St
Sakura Co
744 Laurel St
Lulu's on Laurel
876 Laurel St
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