
Apartments for Rent in the Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (313 Rentals)


Bay Terrace

Park Place at San Mateo

Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes

Madison Place

Chesapeake Point

Lakeshore Landing

3633 Colegrove Apartments

Furnished Studio-San Francisco - San Mateo
San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about San Francisco and the best places to live with original content written by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson

East Hillsdale Apartments

1804 El Parque Ct, Unit A

516 East Hillsdale Court

1025 Park Pl

58 E 39th Ave

467 Transom Ln

559 Windlass Ln

2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy
Islands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Islands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Islands Studio Apartments | $2,580 | $1,885 | $3,446 |
Islands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,282 | $1,050 | $7,064 |
Islands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,101 | $2,895 | $8,636 |
Islands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,635 | $3,387 | $6,234 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 313 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
See all Apartments in San MateoExplore San Mateo
Islands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
- Nearby San Mateo neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Pet Friendly LifestyleIslands, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California including Islands, San Mateo, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? Amongst all of the communities in San Mateo, this section of town has now become known as one of our favorite neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education opportunities.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and green spaces? this submarket is a highly-rated section of town for parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Islands is known as one of our preferred upscale communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area of San Francisco ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Islands
How much are Studio apartments in Islands?
There are currently 38 Studio Apartments in Islands with rent ranges from $1,885 to $3,446 with an average price of $2,580.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Islands Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Islands ranges from $1,050 to $7,064 with an average monthly rent of $3,282.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Islands cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Islands range from $2,895 to $8,636. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,101.
How expensive are Islands Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 47 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Islands on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,387 to $6,234 - averaging $4,635 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.