Short Term Lease Luxury Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (66 Rentals)

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Rental terms in San Mateo as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

The most luxurious Apartments in San Mateo with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.

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property at 710 Laurel Ave

710 Laurel Ave

San MateoCA94401

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338 S Fremont St

San MateoCA94401
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337 S Fremont St

San MateoCA94401
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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2089 Pacific BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Park Royal Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Royal Apartments

651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Colonial Garden Apartments listed at $2,225.

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 $4,048.

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 725 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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