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1095 Rollins RdBurlingame, CA 94010
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San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,506 | $1,750 | $4,621 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,177 | $1,900 | $9,916 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,239 | $2,566 | $9,050 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,687 | $3,216 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
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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.
San Mateo, CAPopulation: 105,025
Ranked #295
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Mateo, CA
Ranked #150
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in San Mateo, CA
George Hall Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (387)
7 out of 10
Parkside Montessori
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (328)
7 out of 10
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Walk Score®
85 / 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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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in San Mateo is at Village At Burlingame listed at $2,635.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in San Mateo is $4,517.
What is the largest Low Income San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 1,593 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at The Bower.
What is the average size for San Mateo Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in San Mateo is currently at 489 sq ft.
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