
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (19 Rentals)


Hillsdale Garden

De Sabla Apartments

Two50 Downtown

Metropolitan

Casa Baywood

One Three Four Elm Apartments

Fourth Circle
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Mateo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,540 | $2,295 | $3,295 |
Downtown San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,304 | $2,325 | $6,120 |
Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,155 | $2,945 | $5,838 |
Downtown San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,161 | $3,274 | $5,848 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Getting Around the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Downtown San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Downtown San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is at Fourth Circle listed at $2,295.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Downtown San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is $3,226.
What is the largest Gated Downtown San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Mateo is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $2,341 at Hillsdale Garden.
What is the average size for Downtown San Mateo Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Downtown San Mateo is currently at 614 sq ft.
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