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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Creekside
1600 E 3rd AveSan 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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Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,734 | $1,725 | $3,295 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $2,090 | $6,120 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,551 | $2,825 | $6,595 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,060 | $4,350 | $5,848 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Alta off the Avenue priced from $2,195. De Sabla Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Central San Mateo 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 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Creekside | The Monterey | 1BR,1BA | $2,480 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Mateo, CA
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Mateo area is the $4.88 price per square foot B_2.5 Model at Field House at Bay Meadows in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $6,561. The second greatest value Central San Mateo apartment is the 2x2 2A Model at Azara San Mateo starting at $5,124 with a $4.74 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field House at Bay Meadows | B_2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.88 |
| Azara San Mateo | 2x2 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.74 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1ER | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Creekside | The Monterey | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | ANDERSON | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central San Mateo is at Alta off the Avenue listed at $2,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment is $2,320 at De Sabla Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central San Mateo is starting from $3,024 at Ryan Tower.
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