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Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (152 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Mateo that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
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$65 Monthly Pet Rent - $500 Deposit
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Bridgepointe
1987 Bridgepointe PkySan Mateo, CA 94404
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Pets must be spayed/neutered. - $75 Monthly Pet Rent
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Hillsdale Garden
3500 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 pet limit. Pet rent is per Pet. - $60 Monthly Pet Rent
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The Russell
3098 Kyne St WSan Mateo, CA 94403
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - $500 Deposit
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The Morgan
2901 E Kyne StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - $500 Deposit
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Field House at Bay Meadows
282 Pony LnSan Mateo, CA 94403
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3 Pet Limit - null
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Park Place at San Mateo
1101-1101 Park PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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All animals must weigh less than 50lb.The following dog breeds are prohibited: Akita, Alaskan Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, American Bulldog, American Pitt Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Belgian Malanois, Boerboels, Boxer, Bull Terrier,
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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2 Pet Limit - Additional Deposit Required
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East 19th Avenue Apartments
804-820 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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$60 Monthly Pet Rent - $500 Deposit
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Hawthorne
3069 E Kyne StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 Pet Limit - $350 Deposit
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South Delaware Apartments
2021-2037 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Pets must be spayed/neutered. - $500 Deposit
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Station Park Green
430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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2 Pet Limit - $100 Monthly Pet Rent
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Crown Towers Apartments
3214 Palos Verdes CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Pets must be spayed/neutered. - $500 Deposit
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Lakeshore Landing
2717 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 Pet Limit - $350 Deposit
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 Pet Limit - $350 Deposit
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3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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111 Elm St
111 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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2 Pet Limit - Additional deposit required.
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East Hillsdale Apartments
348 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 Pet Limit - $350 Deposit
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Bermuda Apartments
401 Bermuda DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 Pet Limit - 25 lb Weight Limit
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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2889 E Kyne St
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338 S Fremont St
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337 S Fremont St
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467 Transom Ln
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559 Windlass Ln
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3655 Colegrove Apartments
3655 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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$350 Deposit
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36th Avenue Apartments
49 W 36th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2 Pet Limit - $500 Deposit
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Mariner's West Apartments
735 Fathom DrSan Mateo, CA 94404
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Pet Interview Required
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Gateway Apartments
438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1 Pet Limit - $50 Monthly Pet Rent
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Park Royal Apartments
651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,668 | $1,725 | $3,461 |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $2,090 | $8,400 |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,281 | $2,475 | $8,857 |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,690 | $3,233 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA
There are currently 723 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo, CA area. Here is today’s list of the top 2 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for San Mateo Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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| North Central | 4/4 | 71 | $5,478 |
| Baywood Aragon | 3.5/4 | 55 | $6,006 |
Pet Friendliest San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The San Mateo Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Quimby in the Hillsdale neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. 888 San Mateo Apartments in the North Central neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly San Mateo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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| Quimby | 4/4 | Hillsdale | $5,376 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 4/4 | North Central | $2,755 |
| One Hundred Grand | 3.8/4 | Pilgrim Triton | $3,785 |
| The Russell | 3.8/4 | Hillsdale | $3,800 |
| Azara San Mateo | 3.8/4 | Hayward Park | $4,154 |
| West 5th | 3.6/4 | Baywood Aragon | $2,842 |
| 2727 Edison | 3.6/4 | Beresford Park | $2,870 |
| Field House at Bay Meadows | 3.6/4 | Hillsdale | $4,802 |
| Metropolitan | 3.6/4 | North Central | $3,684 |
| South Delaware Apartments | 3.4/4 | Hillsdale | $2,245 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in San Mateo, CA
The lowest priced San Mateo apartment at a property that allows pets is the ANDERSON Studio Model at 888 San Mateo Apartments in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $2,755. The second cheapest San Mateo Pet Friendly apartment is the 2 Bedroom A Model at West 5th, which is a 2 Beds starting at $3,232 in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Mateo apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| 888 San Mateo Apartments | ANDERSON | $2,755 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | $3,232 |
| Waters Edge | Breakwater | $3,383 |
| The Russell | A | $3,800 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | $3,890 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | $3,960 |
| Field House at Bay Meadows | D2 | $4,802 |
| Azara San Mateo | 2x2 2A | $5,124 |
| Quimby | F | $5,376 |
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 3A | $5,533 |
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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 LifestyleSan Mateo, CA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in San Mateo, CA
George Hall Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (387)
8 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®
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in San Mateo is at 3633 Colegrove Apartments listed at $1,895.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in San Mateo is $3,870.
What is the largest Pet Friendly San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 2,175 square feet unit starting from $9,050 at Hawthorne.
What is the average size for San Mateo Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in San Mateo is currently at 695 sq ft.
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