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San MateoCA94403
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,349 | $3,000 | $6,998 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,593 | $4,350 | $9,800 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,887 | $5,975 | $7,800 |
| San Mateo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Mateo, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Mateo, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Mateo Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central | $6,076 | $1,950 | 58 |
| Baywood Aragon | $6,799 | $2,300 | 50 |
Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Mateo, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club in the Central San Mateo neighborhood priced from $1,950. Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes in the San Mateo Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,045. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| Bonnie Brae Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,073 |
| Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA
As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $3.26 price per square foot Single Family House Model at 2801 Hillside Dr in the in the San Mateo Park neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2801 Hillside Dr | Single Family House | 4BR,3BA | $3.26 |
| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Hillside Gardens | Hot Springs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 1 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
| Geraldine | Gordon | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 1015 Continentals (Casa Belview) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| The Madison Belmont | Westchester | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Mateo?
There are currently 1730 Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,105 to $12,500. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Mateo ranging from $2,150 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Mateo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Mateo ranges from $2,150 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,825.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Mateo?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Mateo range from $3,170 to $6,963, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,350 to $9,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,500.
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