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San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,743 | $1,750 | $3,624 |
San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,245 | $1,050 | $9,999 |
San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,209 | $2,590 | $7,724 |
San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,270 | $3,170 | $8,637 |
San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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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 San Mateo
How much are Studio apartments in San Mateo?
There are currently 185 Studio Apartments in San Mateo with rent ranges from $1,750 to $3,624 with an average price of $4,593.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Mateo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Mateo ranges from $1,050 to $9,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,245.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Mateo range from $2,590 to $7,724. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,209.
How expensive are San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 192 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Mateo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,170 to $8,637 - averaging $5,270 for the location.
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