
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Birds Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,900 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Birds area of San Mateo.


Tradewind Surf Apartments

Harbor Cove

Beachcomber Bali

BeachWalk Apartments

eaves Foster City

Beach Cove

Shadow Cove

Sand Cove
San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about San Francisco and the best places to live with original content written by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson

The Lagoons

909 Clipper Ln
Birds, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birds?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Birds Studio Apartments | $2,742 | $1,995 | $3,156 |
Birds 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,240 | $2,475 | $6,248 |
Birds 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,103 | $2,800 | $6,397 |
Birds 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,585 | $3,143 | $6,152 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Birds Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
See all Apartments in San MateoExplore San Mateo
Birds, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
- Nearby San Mateo neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Cheapest Available Birds Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Birds area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Beachcomber Bali priced from $2,475. The Triton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,550. Here are the most affordable Birds apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
---|---|---|---|
Beachcomber Bali | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,475 |
The Triton | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $2,710 |
Sand Cove | Malibu | 1BR,1BA | $2,880 |
Fosters Landing | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,954 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birds, CA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Birds area is the $4.35 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at One Hundred Grand in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,533. The second greatest value Birds apartment is the Plan L/W A Model at The Triton starting at $5,042 with a $4.40 price per square foot in the Sugarloaf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Birds apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
---|---|---|---|
One Hundred Grand | Plan 3A | 3BR,3BA | $4.35 |
The Triton | Plan L/W A | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.40 |
Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
Waters Edge | Breakwater | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
Beachcomber Bali | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
CitySouth | Embarcadero (A1D) | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Sand Cove | Malibu | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Pet Friendly LifestyleBirds, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birds Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Birds?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Birds is at Shadow Cove listed at $3,024.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Birds Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Birds Apartment is $2,475 at Beachcomber Bali.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Birds Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Birds is starting from $2,882 at Bay Terrace.
What is the most affordable Birds Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Birds Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,143.
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.

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.