Apartments for Rent in Belmont Under $5,000
Belmont sits between San Mateo and San Carlos, hills rising west from the Caltrain line — mostly residential with Carlmont as the high school landmark. Caltrain station at the bottom of the hill. Mid-Peninsula rents.
130 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many apartments are available in Belmont right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 130 apartments for rent in Belmont under $5,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a typical apartment in Belmont?
Among current Rentomatics listings, apartments in Belmont start at $1,850/month, with an average of $3,590 and a median of $3,852/month. Prices reflect 130 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is Belmont like?
Belmont sits between San Mateo and San Carlos, hills rising west from the Caltrain line — mostly residential with Carlmont as the high school landmark. Caltrain station at the bottom of the hill. Mid-Peninsula rents.