
Furnished Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (34 Rentals)
Rental terms in San Mateo as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
Apartments for rent in San Mateo, complete with furniture included - Beds, tables, chairs and more - Ready for move-in!


Furnished Studio - San Mateo

1650 S Delaware St, Unit FL2-ID1044

5 W Bellevue Ave

75 W 5th Ave

83 Rock Harbor Ln

2889 E Kyne St

3088 Baze Rd

338 S Fremont St

337 S Fremont St

467 Transom Ln
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559 Windlass Ln

2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy

Extended Stay America Premier Suites

Indian Creek

600 Edgewater Blvd, Unit FL2-ID654

920 Bayswater Ave, Unit FL3-ID1056

855 Bounty Dr

920 Bayswater Ave

441 El Camino Real

899 Bounty Dr

261 El Camino Real

191 Rock Harbor Ln

127 Rock Harbor Ln

726 Bounty Dr

766 Edgewater Blvd

622 Edgewater Blvd

644 Edgewater Blvd

666 Edgewater Blvd

722 Edgewater Blvd

1999 Beach Park Blvd

707 Bounty Dr

900 E Hillsdale Blvd

600 Edgewater Blvd
San Mateo, CA 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 | $2,643 | $1,895 | $3,461 |
San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $2,300 | $6,998 |
San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,234 | $2,475 | $7,793 |
San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,405 | $3,122 | $10,000+ |
San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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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
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Mateo is at Hillsdale Garden listed at $2,341.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Mateo is $4,097.
What is the largest Short-term San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $2,341 at Hillsdale Garden.
What is the average size for San Mateo Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Mateo is currently at 745 sq ft.
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