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

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Average rent in Foster City, CA

$3,416/mo Foster City, CA average rental price, November 2024

The average monthly rent of apartments in Foster City, CA is $3,416.

Foster City, CA rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,748, the average rent in Foster City, CA is $3,416.

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 9 Dec 2024.

What are the best apartments in Foster City, CA?

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

What is the average rent in Foster City, CA?

The average rent in Foster City, CA is $3,416. 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 $616 and $10,109. 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 $616 and $7,424. 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 $4,950 and $16,689. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Foster City, CA.

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

In Foster City 48% of the housing is rented out compared to 52% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 31% of Foster City’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 60% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 10% are single-family rentals.

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

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Foster City are about 36 years old, on average. Of these, 25% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 95% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 15% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

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.

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.

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.

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1 BED	$3,375+
2 BEDS	$4,105+
3 BEDS	$4,940+

1 BED	$3,118+
2 BEDS	$4,499+
3 BEDS	$5,216+

1 BED	$616
2 BEDS	Ask for Pricing

1 BED	$2,818+
2 BEDS	$4,061+

1 BED	$2,815+
2 BEDS	$4,031+
3 BEDS	$5,562+

STUDIO	Ask for Pricing
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2 BEDS	Ask for Pricing

STUDIO	$2,420+
1 BED	$2,885
2+ BEDS	$3,195+

1 BED	$3,532+
2 BEDS	$4,074+

STUDIO	$1,995
1 BED	$2,195

1 BED	$3,122+
2 BEDS	$4,088+

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