100 Best Apartments in Foster City, CA (with reviews)

Q: What are the best apartments in Foster City, CA?

The best apartments in Foster City, CA are: The Triton , The Plaza , One Hundred Grand and Marlin Cove .

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Apartments in Alameda $2,735
Apartments in Belmont $2,702
Apartments in Berkeley $3,358
Apartments in Burlingame $2,799
Apartments in Castro Valley $2,534
Apartments in Cupertino $3,582
Apartments in Daly City $2,425
Apartments in East Bay $2,570
Apartments in East Palo Alto $2,779
Apartments in Emeryville $2,836
Apartments in Fremont $2,758
Apartments in Hayward $2,370
Apartments in Livermore $2,560
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Apartments in Milpitas $3,001
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Apartments in Redwood City $3,337
Apartments in San Bruno $3,177
Apartments in San Francisco $3,313
Apartments in San Jose $2,939
Apartments in San Leandro $2,292
Apartments in San Lorenzo $2,278
Apartments in San Mateo $3,311
Apartments in San Ramon $2,719
Apartments in Santa Clara $3,026
Apartments in Santa Cruz $3,289
Apartments in South San Francisco $3,027
Apartments in Sunnyvale $3,002
Apartments in Tracy $2,496
Apartments in Union City $2,502
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Rent prices in Foster City, CA's popular neighborhoods

Apartments in Bay Meadows $3,382
Apartments in Baywood $2,922
Apartments in Fiesta Gardens $3,382
Apartments in Lakeshore $3,382
Apartments in Laurelwood Park $3,382
Apartments in North Central San Mateo $3,284
Apartments in San Mateo Park $3,133
Apartments in Shoreview $3,355
Apartments in The Village $3,382

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Average rent in Foster City, CA

$3,351/mo Foster City, CA average rental price, May 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Foster City, CA is $3,351.

Foster City, CA rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,727, the average rent in Foster City, CA is $3,351.

Getting around in Foster City, CA

67 /100

Somewhat Walkable

47 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 67, Bike Score®: 47

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Foster City, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Foster City, CA were last updated on 5 Jun 2023.

What are the best apartments in Foster City, CA?

The best apartments in Foster City, CA are: The Triton, The Plaza, One Hundred Grand and Marlin Cove.

What is the average rent in Foster City, CA?

The average rent in Foster City, CA is $3,351. Start your search for apartments in Foster City, CA now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Foster City, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Foster City, CA is between $2,984 and $9,289. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Foster City, CA now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Foster City, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Foster City, CA is between $4,056 and $10,775. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Foster City, CA.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Foster City, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Foster City, CA is between $2,984 and $17,381. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Foster City, CA.

What type of rental buildings are in Foster City, CA?

In Foster City, 46% of the residents are renting compared to 54% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 30% of Foster City’s rentals, 57% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 12% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Foster City, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in Foster City is 35 years old, with 25% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 2 stories, of which 94% are garden-style apartment communities, 16% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Foster City, CA?

Rental apartments in Foster City come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 3% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 51% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 43% of all rentals in Foster City. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Foster City, CA

Situated right on the San Francisco Bay, just 4 miles from San Mateo, Foster City is considered part of Silicon Valley, which is home to many major technology companies. It’s also just a 30-minute drive from San Francisco, making it easy for renters to commute. For those that love to be on the water, many renters here participate in kayaking, windsurfing and other recreational activities. Beautiful parks are abundant in the area, including the Bay Trail, which offers walking, running and biking paths that overlook the Bay. Foster City is truly a gorgeous place that makes a perfect relocation spot for outdoorsy renters that work in technology. The weather here is typical of a Mediterranean climate, which has mild but wet winters and fairly hot summers. The overall vibe of the area is a good combination of urban and suburban charm with restaurants, coffee shops and local boutiques all around the community.

Renting in Foster City, CA

Many tech professionals rent apartments in Foster City due to its proximity to either San Mateo or San Francisco. Foster City has a fairly equal number of renter households versus homeowners, but all of the young families that live there enjoy a highly rated public school system. The style of apartments is typical for California, with large three- and four-story apartment communities that feature amenities like swimming pools, grilling stations, tennis courts and enclosed dog park areas. For renters who wan to live near the water, there are many waterfront apartments to choose from that offer additional water-based amenities, such as kayak storage and boat launches.

Foster City, CA demographics

33,511Total Population
17,005 Female

16,506 Male
39.6Median Age

Foster City, CA has a population of 33,511 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 17,005 of San Mateo’s residents are women and 16,506 are men. The median age of those who live in Foster City, CA is 39.6.

Shopping in Foster City, CA

Most renters in Foster City don’t live far from great shopping venues. That includes Edgewater Place Center, which has a waterside boardwalk, Marlin Cove Shopping Center, and Beach Park Plaza Shopping Center, which is right on the water and has some high-end shops and a wine bar. For bulk shopping, there is a Costco Warehouse store there, as well as other grocery stores like Safeway, Lucky, Whole Foods Market and 99 Ranch Market, a large Asian grocery store. For a more traditional indoor shopping mall experience, renters can go down to San Mateo to the Hilldale Shopping Center with 120 stores, restaurants and a movie theater that is only an 11-minute drive away.

Foster City, CA households

8,857 Family

3,618 Non-family
4,602 Children

7,873 No Children

12,475Total Number of Households
2.67Average People Per Household
$173,721Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 12,475 households in Foster City, CA. 8,857 are family households and 3,618 are non-family households. There are 4,602 households with children in San Mateo and 7,873 households without children. On average, about 2.67 people live in a household in Foster City, CA.

Transportation in Foster City, CA

The San Francisco area is known for great public transportation — that includes the small town of Foster City, making it easy for commuters to move around the area. The Foster City Community Express (Route FCX) is a bus that runs from Foster City to downtown San Francisco. It has a few stops throughout areas of Foster City before the bus gets onto U.S. Highway101 to San Francisco. The BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) also goes from San Francisco to San Mateo, which is right by Foster City. Local taxis and ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft are also available in the area. For domestic and international travel, the best option for renters in Foster City is to fly out of San Francisco International Airport since it’s only 11 minutes away by car.

Foster City, CA education statistics

The level of education of the population of Foster City, CA is as follows: 2% have no high school education, 11% completed some high school, 16% partially completed college, 6% have an Associate Degree, 33% have a Bachelor Degree, and 32% have a Graduate Degree.

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