718 N Claremont St
San MateoCA94401
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21 S Claremont St, Unit 13
21 S Claremont St
San MateoCA94401
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,697 | $4,000 | $5,500 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,950 | $5,950 | $5,950 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Mateo, CA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Mateo area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Central San Mateo apartment is the 2 Bedroom A Model at West 5th starting at $3,447 with a $3.61 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | 1BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 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 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Ryan Tower | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central San Mateo?
There are currently 638 Apartments for Rent in Central San Mateo, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $9,999. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central San Mateo ranging from $3,200 to $5,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central San Mateo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central San Mateo ranges from $3,200 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,461.
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