Studio Apartments for Rent in Foster City Under $5,000
Foster City is a master-planned 1960s development on fill — lagoons, bike paths, and newer apartment complexes around Visa and Gilead offices. No Caltrain station in the city; bus access to Hillsdale. Commuter-oriented, mid-Peninsula pricing.
7 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
San Francisco - San Mateo - SFO, 1830 Gateway Dr, San Mateo, CA 94404
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Frequently asked
How many studios are available in Foster City right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 7 studios for rent in Foster City under $5,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a studio in Foster City?
Among current Rentomatics listings, studios in Foster City start at $1,400/month, with an average of $2,663 and a median of $2,743/month. Prices reflect 7 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 Foster City like?
Foster City is a master-planned 1960s development on fill — lagoons, bike paths, and newer apartment complexes around Visa and Gilead offices. No Caltrain station in the city; bus access to Hillsdale. Commuter-oriented, mid-Peninsula pricing.