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3204 Casa De Campo WaySan Mateo, CA 94403
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1110 Polynesia DrFoster City, CA 94404
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700 Marlin AveFoster City, CA 94404
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1441-1451 Beach Park BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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1431 Beach Park BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Shadow Cove
1055 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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703 Catamaran StFoster City, CA 94404
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Harbor Cove
900 E Hillsdale BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
237 Bonita Ln
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Famous Ships, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Famous Ships?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Famous Ships Studio Apartments | $2,720 | $1,995 | $3,311 |
| Famous Ships 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,317 | $2,525 | $6,800 |
| Famous Ships 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,068 | $2,890 | $6,880 |
| Famous Ships 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,955 | $3,365 | $6,227 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Famous Ships Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Famous Ships Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Famous Ships area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hillsdale Garden priced from $2,519. CitySouth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,764. Here are the most affordable Famous Ships apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10b | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
| CitySouth | Cashmere (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,764 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $2,790 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,926 |
| The Plaza | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Famous Ships, CA
As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Famous Ships area is the $3.54 price per square foot The Veranda Model at Bay Terrace in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,365. The second greatest value Famous Ships apartment is the 2 Bed/1 Bath Flat_b10a Model at Hillsdale Garden starting at $3,525 with a $4.10 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Famous Ships apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 2 Bed/1 Bath Flat_b10a | 2BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| Waters Edge | Breakwater | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Marlin Cove | The Dolphin | 1BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| The Plaza | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $4.54 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| eaves Foster City | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Famous Ships Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Famous Ships?
The cheapest apartment in Famous Ships is Hillsdale Garden which is listed at $2,519, while the average apartment in Famous Ships costs $4,953.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Famous Ships?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Famous Ships that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Famous Ships?
Cheap apartments in Famous Ships have an average cost of $636 which is $4,317 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Famous Ships.
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