
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $800 (8 Rentals)
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The Marley at Trout River

The Element at River Pointe

River City Place
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The Ansley

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San Mateo, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $1,097 | $800 | $1,349 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $915 | $2,369 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $1,108 | $2,733 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $1,299 | $2,143 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the San Mateo Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Mateo area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Marley at Trout River priced from $915. The Element at River Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $944. Here are the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marley at Trout River | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| The Element at River Pointe | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| River City Place | 1/1 CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, FL
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $1.46 price per square foot Captiva Model at The Howell at the Preserve Apartments in the in the Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $2,128. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the Tamarind II Model at Hampton Ridge Apartments starting at $1,322 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the First Coast Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Howell at the Preserve Apartments | Captiva | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Hampton Ridge Apartments | Tamarind II | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.04 |
| Pointe Grand on Main | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Pointe Grand New Berlin | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Jasmine | Flat | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Mirador & Stovall at River City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| River City Place | 1/1 CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Mezza Premier Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Element at River Pointe | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Marley at Trout River | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Mateo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment is $915 at The Marley at Trout River.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is starting from $1,108 at The Ansley.
What is the most affordable San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Marley at Trout River and starts from $1,310.
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