205 Monte Diablo Ave
San MateoCA94401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (16 Rentals)
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Royal Pines
525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
103 N Eldorado St
San MateoCA94401
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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from $2,195Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Alta off the Avenue
1415 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Baywood, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baywood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baywood Studio Apartments | $2,763 | $2,195 | $3,345 |
| Baywood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,316 | $2,200 | $9,999 |
| Baywood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,380 | $2,945 | $6,595 |
| Baywood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,083 | $4,072 | $6,150 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Baywood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baywood area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Alta off the Avenue priced from $2,195. Royal Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Baywood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10b | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baywood, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baywood area is the $3.58 price per square foot 2 Bedroom A Model at West 5th in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,422. The second greatest value Baywood apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at 111 Elm St starting at $3,100 with a $3.44 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baywood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Casa Baywood | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10a | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Ryan Tower | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio ,1BA | $5.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baywood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Baywood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baywood is under $3,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baywood?
The cheapest apartment in Baywood is Royal Pines which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in Baywood costs $4,901.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baywood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Baywood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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