1221 Beacon Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,400 (9 Rentals)
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from $1,725Studio Apartments Available Apr 7
Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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from $2,295Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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from $2,580Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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East San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,770 | $1,725 | $3,295 |
| East San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $1,400 | $6,270 |
| East San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,525 | $2,945 | $6,595 |
| East San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,163 | $3,388 | $5,848 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available East San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at De Sabla Apartments priced from $2,300. Creekside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,682. Here are the most affordable East San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Creekside | The Larkspur | 1BR,1BA | $2,682 |
| CitySouth | Cashmere (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,701 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East San Mateo, CA
As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the East San Mateo area is the $4.52 price per square foot 2x2 2A Model at Azara San Mateo in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $4,886. The second greatest value East San Mateo apartment is the The Veranda Model at Bay Terrace starting at $3,388 with a $3.57 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azara San Mateo | 2x2 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.52 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1ER | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| Station Park Green | Gingko | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 651 Port Dr, Unit 203 | 651 Port Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Creekside | The Larkspur | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| The Triton | Plan SA | 1BR,1BA | $5.88 |
| CitySouth | Cashmere (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio ,1BA | $5.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East San Mateo is at De Sabla Apartments listed at $2,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East San Mateo Apartment is $2,320 at De Sabla Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East San Mateo is starting from $3,200 at De Sabla Apartments.
What is the most affordable East San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,388.
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