1 Bedroom Luxury Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (111 Rentals)

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337 S Fremont St

San MateoCA94401

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Kiku Crossing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Terrace Hills
1 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Hills

619 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Oakview
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview

3135 Campus DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1109 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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960 Palm
1 Bedroom Apartments

960 Palm

960 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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433 Turner Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

433 Turner Terrace

433 Turner TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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816 Highland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

816 Highland Ave

816 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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100 Dartmouth Rd
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100 Dartmouth Rd

100 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Park Royal Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Royal Apartments

651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Brickline Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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MODE Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

MODE Apartments

2089 Pacific BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403

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Getting Around San Mateo, CA

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

42 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Mateo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Mateo with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Mateo is at Royal Pines listed at $2,200.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is $3,221.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 1,032 square feet unit starting from $4,690 at The Triton.

What is the average size for San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Mateo is currently 515 sq ft.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.