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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Carport space
  • On-site laundry room
  • Caltrain station
  • Easy access

Location

48 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA|Oak Knoll-Edgewood Park
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Management

TayCon

Leasing office

(650) 785-0160

Property Overview

48 Birch Street offers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, highlighted by excellent pricing (9/10) and a convenient 9/10 location near a Caltrain station and a nearby top-rated high school. With an 8/10 score for both amenities and quality, residents can expect features like carport parking and an on-site laundry room, plus a verified, transparent listing that ranks at the top of the area for value per square foot.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 48 Birch Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 48 Birch Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqft$2,695 /mo1 unit availablePRE-LEASING: Charming complex that is walking distance to restaurants, cafes, shops, the CalTrain station, and a rapidly growing number of local start-ups and tech companies. Easy access to both I-280 and US-101 freeways complete this ideally located home. Parking includes one designated carport space and there is an on-site laundry room. This apartment has a strong sense of community among the neighbors and perfect for young professionals, couples, or anyone looking for a new home! Please call/text 650-642-5523 Details: Beds/Baths: 1BD/1BA Rent: $2,695 Application Fee: $40.00 Security Deposit: $2,695 Pet Policy: Cats allowed/Dogs allowed Pet Deposit: $500 Pet Rent: $50/month DISCLAIMER: Good credit required. Call for details: pricing/availability subject to change at any time. Pictures may be similar, but not exact in each unit. Please call to verify availability.

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Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 48 Birch Street

HomeApartments in Redwood CityOak Knoll-Edgewood Park 48 Birch Street

PRE-LEASING: Charming complex that is walking distance to restaurants, cafes, shops, the CalTrain station, and a rapidly growing number of local start-ups and tech companies. Easy access to both I-280 and US-101 freeways complete this ideally located home. Parking includes one designated carport space and there is an on-site laundry room. This apartment has a strong sense of community among the neighbors and perfect for young professionals, couples, or anyone looking for a new home! Please call/text 650-642-5523 Details: Beds/Baths: 1BD/1BA Rent: $2,695 Application Fee: $40.00 Security Deposit: $2,695 Pet Policy: Cats allowed/Dogs allowed Pet Deposit: $500 Pet Rent: $50/month DISCLAIMER: Good credit required. Call for details: pricing/availability subject to change at any time. Pictures may be similar, but not exact in each unit. Please call to verify availability.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 48 Birch Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 48 Birch Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 48 Birch Street
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.
48 Birch Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 48 Birch Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
48 Birch Street 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find 48 Birch Street to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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 48 Birch Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 65 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

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Rent trends in Oak Knoll-Edgewood Park

1-bedroom apartments at 48 Birch Street cost about 20% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Oak Knoll-Edgewood Park.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Oak Knoll-Edgewood Park
Redwood City
A table of studio rental data trends in Redwood City
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,910
June 2024$1,935
July 2024$1,978
August 2024$1,925
September 2024$1,903
October 2024$1,878
November 2024$1,892
December 2024$1,878
January 2025$2,136
February 2025$2,181
March 2025$1,895
April 2025$1,896
May 2025$1,898
June 2025$1,925
July 2025$1,995
August 2025$1,983
September 2025$2,000
October 2025$2,095
November 2025$2,454
December 2025$2,210
January 2026$1,987
February 2026$1,974
March 2026$1,900
April 2026$1,948
May 2026$1,900
A table of studio rental data trends in Oak Knoll-Edgewood Park
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,998
June 2024$1,983
July 2024$1,984
March 2026$1,900
April 2026$1,900
May 2026$1,900

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$107,800/yr

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 48 Birch Street

Clifford School

225 clifford ave

redwood city, CA, 94062

PK, K-8Public
B+

Arroyo

1710 arroyo ave

san carlos, CA, 94070

4-5Public
A

Hoover Elementary School

701 charter st

redwood city, CA, 94063

K-8Public
C

Roosevelt Elementary School

2223 vera ave

redwood city, CA, 94061

K-8Public
C+

Roy Cloud Elementary School

3790 red oak way

redwood city, CA, 94061

K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Redwood City near 48 Birch St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 48 Birch St, Redwood City

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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