3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (197 Rentals)

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Kiku Crossing
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Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Pacific Gardens
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Pacific Gardens

25 McAker CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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46 W 4th Ave
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46 W 4th Ave

46 W 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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42 Mcaker Ct
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42 Mcaker Ct

42 Mcaker CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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41 N Claremont St
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41 N Claremont St

41 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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849 Bermuda Dr
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849 Bermuda Dr

849 Bermuda DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Peninsula Station
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Peninsula Station

2901-2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94403
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238 Grand
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238 Grand

238 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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737 2nd Ave
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737 2nd Ave

737 2nd AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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140 N Idaho St
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140 N Idaho St

140 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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43 Hobart Ave
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43 Hobart Ave

43 Hobart AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Peninsula Place
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Peninsula Place

250-290 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Monterey Garden
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Monterey Garden

150 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Magnolia Court
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Magnolia Court

40 W 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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113 N Delaware St
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113 N Delaware St

113 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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117 N Delaware St
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117 N Delaware St

117 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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600 9th Ave
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600 9th Ave

600 9th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1932 Ivy St
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1932 Ivy St

1932 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1801 El Parque Ct
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1801 El Parque Ct

1801 El Parque CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2660 Flores St
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2660 Flores St

2660 Flores StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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438 Grand Blvd
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438 Grand Blvd

438 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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337 Highland Ave
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337 Highland Ave

337 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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145 N Kingston St
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145 N Kingston St

145 N Kingston StSan Mateo, CA 94401

San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 22, 2025

There are currently 458 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $3,143 to $7,785. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Mateo with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Central254$5,528$3,143
Baywood Aragon204$5,480$3,143

Largest Available San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at The Morgan in the Western Hills neighborhood and is 1,539 square feet priced from $9,975. Miramar in the Birds neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,474 square feet and currently listed start at $5,753. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The MorganFir1,539 Sq Ft$9,975
MiramarPlan 3A1,474 Sq Ft$5,753
The PlazaPlan 3A1,424 Sq Ft$5,209
AnsonC11,413 Sq Ft$6,980
One Hundred GrandPlan 3B1,411 Sq Ft$5,763
Chesapeake PointPlan 3B1,094 Sq Ft$4,052
Bay TerraceThe Veranda950 Sq Ft$3,143

Cheapest Available San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 22, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the The Veranda Model starting from $3,143 at Bay Terrace in the Western Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo 3 Bedroom is the Plan 3A Model at Chesapeake Point starting at $3,866 in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in San Mateo is currently $5,562. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Bay TerraceThe Veranda$3,143
Chesapeake PointPlan 3A$3,866
The PlazaPlan 3A$5,209
One Hundred GrandPlan 3A$5,533
MiramarPlan 3A$5,753
AnsonC1$6,980
The MorganFir$9,975

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San Mateo Overview

San Mateo is a warm, welcoming city with down-to-earth people from all walks of life. Easy access to big cities and beautiful vacation destinations makes San Mateo a perfect place to raise a family, start a career, or anything in between.

Why live in San Mateo, CA?

San Mateo is great for those who don't want to deal with the burdens of a big city, but who would also like access to the big cities when needed. 35 minutes south and you'll end up in San Jose, or head 30 minutes north to the beautiful city of San Francisco. That's not to say San Mateo doesn't have its own impressive amenities. Downtown you'll find over 200 restaurants to choose from for a night of great food and entertainment. On top of all that, the San Mateo school district is one of the best around, with parents raving about great teachers.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Mateo, CA

Ranked #71

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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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A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom San Mateo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Mateo with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Mateo is at Bay Terrace listed at $3,143.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is $5,562.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 1,539 square feet unit starting from $9,975 at The Morgan.

What is the average size for San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Mateo is currently 1,606 sq ft.

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