Studio Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (184 Rentals)

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710 Laurel Ave

San MateoCA94401
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Brickline Flats
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Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Oakview
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Oakview

3135 Campus DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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MODE Apartments
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MODE Apartments

2089 Pacific BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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The Lark
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The Lark

1950 Elkhorn CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Sterling Court
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Sterling Court

850 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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46 W 4th Ave
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46 W 4th Ave

46 W 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Magnolia Court
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Magnolia Court

40 W 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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140 N Idaho St
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140 N Idaho St

140 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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237 Elm
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237 Elm

237 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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424 Williams
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424 Williams

424 Williams PlSan Mateo, CA 94401
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470 Idaho St
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470 Idaho St

470 Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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146 Dartmouth Rd
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146 Dartmouth Rd

146 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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232 State St
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232 State St

232 State StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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119 E Poplar Ave
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119 E Poplar Ave

119 E Poplar AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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2910 Edison St
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2910 Edison St

2910 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Parkview Terrace
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Parkview Terrace

1501 W Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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312 Catalpa St
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312 Catalpa St

312 Catalpa StSan Mateo, CA 94401

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San Mateo Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 28, 2025

There are currently 20 available Studio apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,950 to $3,439. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Mateo with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Central11$2,854$1,950
Baywood Aragon9$2,854$2,300

Largest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at Station Park Green in the Western Hills neighborhood and is 745 square feet priced from $3,229. 888 San Mateo Apartments in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 611 square feet and currently listed start at $2,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Station Park GreenBirch745 Sq Ft$3,229
888 San Mateo ApartmentsAnderson611 Sq Ft$2,600
eaves Foster CityS1565 Sq Ft$2,443
Two50 DowntownStudio 550 sq ft550 Sq Ft$3,245
NorthparkStudio B546 Sq Ft$2,742
The LarkWillow543 Sq Ft$3,292
The Riley at Belmont HillsStudio540 Sq Ft$2,363
MODE ApartmentsA519 Sq Ft$3,207
Sofi Belmont HillsStudio500 Sq Ft$2,512
Villa Tuscany Apartment HomesStudio480 Sq Ft$2,045

Cheapest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments

As of April 28, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,750 at Bonnie Brae Terrace in the Western Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo Studio is the Studio Model at Country Club starting at $1,950 in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Mateo is currently $2,655. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Bonnie Brae TerraceStudio$1,750
Country ClubStudio$1,950
Villa Tuscany Apartment HomesStudio$2,045
Alta off the Avenue0BR/1.0BA$2,195
De Sabla ApartmentsSkyline$2,300
The Riley at Belmont HillsStudio$2,363
Bellevue Apartments0 Beds, 1 Baths$2,395
eaves Foster CityS1$2,443
ArlingtonStudio 03$2,500
Sofi Belmont HillsStudio$2,512

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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 #78

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio San Mateo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Mateo with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in San Mateo is at Bonnie Brae Terrace listed at $1,750.

How much is the average rent for a Studio San Mateo Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Mateo is $2,655.

What is the largest available Studio San Mateo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 745 square feet unit starting from $3,229 at Station Park Green.

What is the average size for San Mateo Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in San Mateo is currently 510 sq ft.

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