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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,400 (29 Rentals)
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Station Park Green
430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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Crown Towers Apartments
3214 Palos Verdes CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2727 Edison
2727 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Hillside Gardens
810 Polhemus RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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from $1,895Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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The Riley at Belmont Hills
1039 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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Highlands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,789 | $1,945 | $3,174 |
| Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,192 | $2,495 | $3,789 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,706 | $2,895 | $4,619 |
| Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,050 | $9,050 | $9,050 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highlands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highlands area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Riley at Belmont Hills priced from $2,600. Station Park Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,059. Here are the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | 1 + 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $3,059 |
| Hillside Gardens | Hot Springs | 2BR,1BA | $3,250 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3,250 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3,694 |
| Hawthorne | C2-c | 3BR,2BA | $9,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, CA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $5.71 price per square foot C2-c Model at Hawthorne in the in the Sugarloaf neighborhood starting from $9,050. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the Hot Springs Model at Hillside Gardens starting at $3,250 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne | C2-c | 3BR,2BA | $5.71 |
| Hillside Gardens | Hot Springs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | 1 + 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Station Park Green | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $4.71 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Highlands, San Mateo, CA
Highlands Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (385)
5 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Best Local Schools in Highlands, San Mateo, CA
Highlands Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (385)
5 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment is $2,600 at The Riley at Belmont Hills.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is starting from $3,250 at Hillside Gardens.
What is the most affordable Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hawthorne and starts from $9,050.
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