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400 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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3055 La Selva LnSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2717 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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510 Crest View AveBelmont, CA 94002
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703 Catamaran StFoster City, CA 94404
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Bays, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bays?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bays Studio Apartments | $2,570 | $2,326 | $3,330 |
| Bays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,856 | $2,450 | $4,013 |
| Bays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,591 | $2,950 | $5,626 |
| Bays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,671 | $3,153 | $4,255 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bays Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bays Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bays area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes priced from $2,326. Hillsdale Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,341. Here are the most affordable Bays apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio,1BA | $2,326 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio_e10a | Studio,1BA | $2,341 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bays, CA
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bays area is the $3.46 price per square foot 22CG Model at Bridgepointe in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $4,468. The second greatest value Bays apartment is the The Teresa Model at Bay Terrace starting at $2,950 with a $3.93 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bays apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgepointe | 22CG | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Lantern Cove | Alderwood | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Dockside | 1BR,1BA | $4.65 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio_e10a | Studio ,1BA | $4.13 |
| CitySouth | Cashmere (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.35 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio ,1BA | $4.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bays Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bays?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bays is at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes listed at $2,326.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bays Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bays Apartment is $2,450 at Madison Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bays Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bays is starting from $2,950 at Bay Terrace.
What is the most affordable Bays Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bays Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,153.
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