
Apartments for Rent with Specials in San Mateo, CA (30 Rentals)
Apartments in San Mateo with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Bridgepointe

Hillsdale Garden

CitySouth

Azara San Mateo

Two50 Downtown

Metropolitan

Country Club

Creekside

Station Park Green
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Chesapeake Point

Lakeshore Landing

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Lantern Cove

Artisan Crossing

Northpark

Trestle

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Indian Creek

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Mateo Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,674 | $1,885 | $3,461 |
San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,226 | $1,997 | $8,400 |
San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,279 | $2,475 | $7,793 |
San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $5,804 | $3,233 | $10,000+ |
San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Top Apartments in San Mateo, CA with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 03-25-2025Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top San Mateo, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Station Park Green
Sign a new lease and save up to $1,500! *Offer is valid on select units, with a 12-month lease term and lease start date by 4/5/25. Other lease terms and lease start dates are available, but pricing and offer may vary. Offer only valid for new Essex residents on approved credit (not applicable to current residents). Savings may be split between the 2nd and 3rd months and/or over the lease term. Quoted prices are for base rent only and do not include other fees such as utilities, pet fees, etc. if applicable. Please reference the Leasing Info page on the Essex website for more information. Restrictions apply.Expires 03-25-2025
Chesapeake Point
2 Weeks Free on Select ApartmentsExpires 03-25-2025
Azara San Mateo
Gorgeous brand new homes. Book a tour today!Expires 03-25-2025
Bay Terrace
Save 4 Weeks off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. *Select apartmentsExpires 03-25-2025
Hillsdale Garden
Get 2 Weeks FREE Rent & All Utilities Included!* Recently Reduced Rates! Studios starting at $2,341! Please call for details.Expires 03-25-2025
Lakeshore Landing
Sign a new lease and save up to $2,500! *Offer is valid on select units, with a 12-month lease term and lease start date by 4/5/25. Other lease terms and lease start dates are available, but pricing and offer may vary. Offer only valid for new Essex residents on approved credit (not applicable to current residents). Savings may be split between the 2nd and 3rd months and/or over the lease term. Quoted prices are for base rent only and do not include other fees such as utilities, pet fees, etc. if applicable. Please reference the Leasing Info page on the Essex website for more information. Restrictions apply.Expires 03-25-2025
Creekside
Save up to a Half Month's rent! Offer valid on select new leases only and excludes transfers [Offer good thru Apr 14, 2025]Expires 03-25-2025
2727 Edison
Fall into savings with $1,000 off your first full month’s rent on select homes, or enjoy $1,500 off your first full month’s rent on other select homesExpires 03-25-2025
Metropolitan
2 Weeks Free on Select ApartmentsExpires 03-25-2025
Bridgepointe
Up to 1 Month Free!Expires 03-25-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in San Mateo, CA
Specials updated: 03-25-2025Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in San Mateo, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Two50 Downtown
1 Month Free on select units or $1000 off when Look & Lease!Expires 04-01-2025
Station Park Green
Sign a new lease and save up to $1,500! *Offer is valid on select units, with a 12-month lease term and lease start date by 4/5/25. Other lease terms and lease start dates are available, but pricing and offer may vary. Offer only valid for new Essex residents on approved credit (not applicable to current residents). Savings may be split between the 2nd and 3rd months and/or over the lease term. Quoted prices are for base rent only and do not include other fees such as utilities, pet fees, etc. if applicable. Please reference the Leasing Info page on the Essex website for more information. Restrictions apply.Expires 03-25-2025
Chesapeake Point
2 Weeks Free on Select ApartmentsExpires 03-25-2025
Azara San Mateo
Gorgeous brand new homes. Book a tour today!Expires 03-25-2025
Bay Terrace
Save 4 Weeks off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. *Select apartmentsExpires 03-25-2025
Hillsdale Garden
Get 2 Weeks FREE Rent & All Utilities Included!* Recently Reduced Rates! Studios starting at $2,341! Please call for details.Expires 03-25-2025
Lakeshore Landing
Sign a new lease and save up to $2,500! *Offer is valid on select units, with a 12-month lease term and lease start date by 4/5/25. Other lease terms and lease start dates are available, but pricing and offer may vary. Offer only valid for new Essex residents on approved credit (not applicable to current residents). Savings may be split between the 2nd and 3rd months and/or over the lease term. Quoted prices are for base rent only and do not include other fees such as utilities, pet fees, etc. if applicable. Please reference the Leasing Info page on the Essex website for more information. Restrictions apply.Expires 03-25-2025
Creekside
Save up to a Half Month's rent! Offer valid on select new leases only and excludes transfers [Offer good thru Apr 14, 2025]Expires 03-25-2025
2727 Edison
Fall into savings with $1,000 off your first full month’s rent on select homes, or enjoy $1,500 off your first full month’s rent on other select homesExpires 03-25-2025
Metropolitan
2 Weeks Free on Select ApartmentsExpires 03-25-2025
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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 Rent Specials San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in San Mateo is at Hillsdale Garden listed at $2,341.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in San Mateo is $3,982.
What is the largest Rent Specials San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials 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 Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in San Mateo is currently at 659 sq ft.
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