Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fish Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,500 (14 Rentals)

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1125 Balclutha DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Fish, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fish Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fish area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes priced from $2,346. The Preston at Hillsdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Fish apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesSage PremierStudio,1BA$2,346
The Preston at HillsdaleStudioStudio,1BA$2,395
Beachcomber Bali1x11BR,1BA$2,475
The TritonPlan 1B1BR,1BA$2,550
eaves Foster CityS1Studio,1BA$2,598

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fish, CA

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fish area is the $4.08 price per square foot Plan D Model at Indian Creek in the in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood starting from $4,018. The second greatest value Fish apartment is the Plan 2AR Model at Beach Park starting at $3,443 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fish apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Indian CreekPlan D2BR,2BA$4.08
Beach ParkPlan 2AR2BR,1.5BA$3.53
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.15
Bridgepointe11CB1BR,1BA$4.02
Crestview ApartmentsPlan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.23
Beachcomber Bali1x11BR,1BA$3.10
CitySouthEmbarcadero (A1D)1BR,1BA$4.00
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$3.84
Lantern CoveAlderwood1BR,1BA$4.08
Sand CoveMalibu1BR,1BA$4.09

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Fish, San Mateo, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including San Mateo. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fish Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fish?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fish is at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes listed at $2,346.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fish Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fish Apartment is $2,475 at Beachcomber Bali.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fish Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fish is starting from $2,882 at Bay Terrace.

What is the most affordable Fish Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fish Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,143.

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