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Islands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Islands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islands 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,965 | $3,800 | $6,500 |
| Islands 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,940 | $4,750 | $7,250 |
| Islands 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,250 | $7,250 | $7,250 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Islands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Islands area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Madison Place priced from $2,450. The Madison Belmont has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,508. Here are the most affordable Islands apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Madison Belmont | Westchester | 1BR,1BA | $2,508 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Islands, CA
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Islands area is the $3.85 price per square foot Wake Model at Waters Edge in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,240. The second greatest value Islands apartment is the Plan 2AR Model at Beach Park starting at $3,561 with a $3.65 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Islands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waters Edge | Wake | 2BR,2BA | $3.85 |
| Beach Park | Plan 2AR | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.65 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan H: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| The Madison Belmont | Westchester | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Poppy Premier 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| East Hillsdale Apartments | One Bedroom 5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Islands?
There are currently 306 Apartments for Rent in Islands, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $8,522. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Islands ranging from $2,850 to $7,250.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Islands ranges from $2,850 to $7,250 with an average monthly rent of $5,345.
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