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The average rent in San Carlos, as of June 2026, is up 20.86% compared to last month but down 16.17% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
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25 Devonshire Blvd #01, San Carlos, CA 94070
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$4,495
Apartment for rent
Available May 29
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,080
$4,910
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$6,760
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Carlos
5 beds
3.5 baths
$10,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Carlos
775 Chestnut St, San Carlos, CA 94070
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Carlos
44 Elm St #NA, San Carlos, CA 94070
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$4,800
House for rent
Available May 31
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Carlos
416 Portofino Dr #206, San Carlos, CA 94070
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
3 baths
$5,000
Condo for rent
Available May 7
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Carlos
3319 La Mesa Dr, San Carlos, CA 94070
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$4,600
Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
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2h ago
Verified
850 Davit Ln, Redwood City, CA 94065
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,137–$4,590
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In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
16h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
0–2 baths
$2,637–$3,701
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 20
2h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$4,069
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18h ago
Verified
300 Timberhead Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,755–$4,536
Price drop
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3h ago
Verified
2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,814–$4,138
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Verified
826 Lakeshore Dr #826, Redwood City, CA 94065
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$5,100
Condo for rent
Available Jul 4
4d ago
Verified
4 beds
5 baths
$8,999
House for rent
Available Jun 1
2h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$4,540
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$4,090
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,690
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$4,140
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,280
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,790
$4,460
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$3,770
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In San Carlos, CA, residents appreciate the abundance of parks and outdoor activities available, often highlighting the scenic trails and friendly atmosphere for families. The downtown area is noted for its variety of restaurants and cafés, giving locals an appealing spot to socialize and unwind. While many enjoy the overall quality of life, some express frustration with the high cost of living, particularly housing prices, which can make renting a challenge for those on a budget. Traffic congestion during peak hours is also a common concern among commuters.
San Carlos one-bedroom apartments averaged around $2,700 per month in 2025, while two-bedroom units averaged around $3,700 per month. These Peninsula location rentals reflect the Bay Area market dynamics with two-bedrooms representing 35% of available inventory compared to one-bedrooms at 32%.
December offers the lowest rent levels in San Carlos, while October sees the highest rent of the year. The difference between these peak and low months reaches approximately 25%, creating clear timing advantages for renters who can be flexible with their move dates.
Yes, about 40.75% of the listings in San Carlos, CA are pet-friendly, providing a reasonable selection for pet owners.
San Carlos rentals rarely include utilities as part of the rent, with less than 1% of listings offering this arrangement across all bedroom types. Studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, and three-bedrooms all show minimal utility inclusion rates, meaning renters should budget separately for electricity, gas, and other utilities.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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