Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (68 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.

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710 Laurel Ave
$2,730Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Mar 9

710 Laurel Ave

San Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Elm St

116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Royal Apartments
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Royal Apartments

651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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MODE
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2 Bedroom Apartments

MODE

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

Mariners Island Park

600 Mariners Island BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94404
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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 Lifestyle
San Mateo, CA

Ranked #168

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around San Mateo, CA

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

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 Arlington listed at $2,395.

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 $4,254.

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 $2,519 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 786 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

Written by: Trey Huguley

When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.

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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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Real Estate Term Glossary: Your Guide to The A to Zs of Renting

Written by: Kevin Ready

Navigating the world of real estate can reveal an abundance of terminology and phrasing around the topics of renting and buying that for some may seem like a brand-new language.