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Last updated on October 27, 2026
Average rent in
Redwood City, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 27, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Redwood City rent stands today
Redwood City, CA rent rose 12.5% year over year, with a current median of $3,766/month. Renters today are paying $419 more per month on average than last year, reaching the city's peak rent level this month.
Vs. national rents
Redwood City rents run roughly 2× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among the priciest metros in the country. The market is small with 62 total rentals, mostly apartments at 63.1% of inventory.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Redwood City rent for $1,800/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,998/month, and 2-bedrooms for $4,332/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $7,900/month. Houses rent higher at $5,375/month compared to apartments at $3,660/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Woodside Plaza rents rose 42.3% year over year to $5,100/month, well above the citywide increase of 12.5%. Roosevelt saw a decline of 33.4% to $1,995/month, showing notable divergence within Redwood City.
Median rent
Median rent in Redwood City
$3,766/mo
13%vs previous year
The average rent in Redwood City is $3,766 per month as of October 2026. This is 98% above the national average rent, or $1,866 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Redwood City
62
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Redwood City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Redwood City, CA
Average rent prices in Redwood City have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Redwood City, CA
Rent prices in Redwood City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Redwood City is $3,660, whereas a house costs $5,375. 1-bedroom apartments in Redwood City run $3,276 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $4,331.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,800 | No Change |  16% | |
1 bedroom | $2,997 | No Change | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $4,331 | 1% | 22% | |
3 bedroom | $5,925 | 3% | 10% | |
4 bedroom | $7,900 | 3% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Centennial | $4,469 | |
Farm Hill | $4,200 | |
Friendly Acres | $3,675 | |
Oak Knoll Edgewood Park | $3,700 | |
Palm Park | $3,880 | |
Redwood Oaks | $4,395 | |
Redwood Shores | $4,350 | |
Roosevelt | $1,995 | |
Staumbaugh Heller | $3,681 | |
Woodside Plaza | $5,100 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,660 | 2% | 11% | |
Condos | $3,650 | 2% | 3% | |
Houses | $5,375 | 2% | 13% | |
Rooms | $1,600 | 11% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,800
Last year
16%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,997
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$4,331
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
22%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$5,925
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
10%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$7,900
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
Staumbaugh Heller
Average rent
$3,681
Roosevelt
Average rent
$1,995
Centennial
Average rent
$4,469
Palm Park
Average rent
$3,880
Redwood Shores
Average rent
$4,350
Redwood Oaks
Average rent
$4,395
Oak Knoll Edgewood Park
Average rent
$3,700
Woodside Plaza
Average rent
$5,100
Friendly Acres
Average rent
$3,675
Farm Hill
Average rent
$4,200
Apartments
Average rent
$3,660
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
11%
Condos
Average rent
$3,650
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$5,375
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
13%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Redwood City, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Redwood City, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Redwood City and Alameda by all bedroom counts and property types.
Redwood City
98%higher than the national median
39%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Redwood City, CA is 42% higher than the median rent in Alameda, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$2,650
4%$2,704
10%$3,200
12%$2,500
9%$4,179
10%$4,305
15%$2,495
18%$3,782
12%$3,567
13%$3,434
2%$3,810
12%$2,997
8%Discover rentals in Redwood City, CA
5d+ ago
Roosevelt townhouse for rent in Redwood City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 6
14h ago
Palm Park apartment for rent in Redwood City
410 Redwood Ave, Redwood City, CA 94061
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Redwood Shores house for rent in Redwood City
2 beds
2 baths
$3,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
1120 Davis St, Redwood City, CA 94061
2 beds
1 bath
$3,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Redwood City
1821 Hull Ave, Redwood City, CA 94061
3 beds
2.5 baths
$8,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Verified
299 Franklin St #607, Redwood City, CA 94063
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,770–$6,180
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
56m ago
Verified
1355 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94063
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$3,465–$5,795
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,640
Price dropped $220Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
56m ago
Verified
850 Davit Ln, Redwood City, CA 94065
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,399–$4,606
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
56m ago
Verified
1355 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94063
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$3,465–$5,795
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
620 Veterans Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94063
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,989–$6,097
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
333 Main St, Redwood City, CA 94063
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,819–$4,717
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
900 Chestnut Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
1 bed
0–1 bath
$3,276
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 20
56m ago
Verified
850 Davit Ln, Redwood City, CA 94065
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,399–$4,606
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$4,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
900 Chestnut Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
1 bed
0–1 bath
$3,276
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 20
56m ago
Verified
1355 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94063
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$3,465–$4,910
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
58m ago
Verified
850 Davit Ln, Redwood City, CA 94065
2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,725–$4,606
Price droppedAdditional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,640
Price dropped $220Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Redwood City, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Redwood City rental market.
How much is rent in Redwood City?
The average rent in Redwood City is $3,766 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Redwood City?
Average rent prices in Redwood City have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.
How does Redwood City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Redwood City is 98% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,866 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Redwood City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Redwood City are Roosevelt ($1,995/mo), Friendly Acres ($3,675/mo), and Staumbaugh Heller ($3,681/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Redwood City?
To comfortably afford rent in Redwood City, you'd need to earn approximately $151,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Redwood City?
January offers the best rental deals in Redwood City, with rents running about 9% lower than the peak season in October. April tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand, while November sees the least competition.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).