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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,000 (14 Rentals)
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from $2,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Park Central
724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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from $2,4501 Bedroom Apartments Available May 24
Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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710 Laurel Ave
San MateoCA94401
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from $2,795Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 10
Casa Baywood
212 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Homestead, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Homestead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Studio Apartments | $2,869 | $2,300 | $3,245 |
| Homestead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,325 | $2,275 | $4,654 |
| Homestead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,343 | $2,890 | $6,595 |
| Homestead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,758 | $3,532 | $5,948 |
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Cheapest Available Homestead Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Homestead area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St priced from $2,275. De Sabla Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10b | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
| 960 Palm | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, CA
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2 Bedroom D Model at West 5th in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,724. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the The Veranda Model at Bay Terrace starting at $3,532 with a $3.72 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homestead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom D | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
| 55 West Fifth | 1 Bedroom Tower | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 2727 Edison | Claremont | 1BR,1BA | $4.73 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homestead Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Homestead?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Homestead is under $3,039.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Homestead?
The cheapest apartment in Homestead is 1950 Ivy St which is listed at $2,275, while the average apartment in Homestead costs $4,911.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Homestead?
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 7 regular apartments in Homestead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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