Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mariner's Island Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,400 (24 Rentals)

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Kiku Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1113 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1113 Haddon Dr

1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Sand Castle Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sand Castle Apartments

1125 Balclutha DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Franciscan Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Franciscan Apartments

888 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Kula Kai Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kula Kai Apartments

808 Comet DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Mariner's Island, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mariner's Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mariner's Island area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St priced from $2,275. The Preston at Hillsdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Mariner's Island apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
The Preston at HillsdaleStudioStudio,1BA$2,295
Ivy Circle1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,400
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,450
eaves Foster CityS1Studio,1BA$2,498

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mariner's Island, CA

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mariner's Island area is the $3.57 price per square foot The Veranda Model at Bay Terrace in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,387. The second greatest value Mariner's Island apartment is the Breakwater Model at Waters Edge starting at $3,582 with a $4.21 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mariner's Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bay TerraceThe Veranda3BR,2BA$3.57
Waters EdgeBreakwater1BR,1BA$4.21
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.40
Bridgepointe11CB1BR,1BA$4.09
Beach ParkPlan 1AR1BR,1BA$4.31
CreeksideThe Larkspur1BR,1BA$3.77
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.44
Ivy Circle1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.69
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.79
The Preston at HillsdaleStudioStudio ,1BA$4.17

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Mariner's Island, San Mateo, CA

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Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Mateo. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mariner's Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mariner's Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mariner's Island is at The Preston at Hillsdale listed at $2,295.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mariner's Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mariner's Island Apartment is $2,275 at 1950 Ivy St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mariner's Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mariner's Island is starting from $2,995 at Madison Place.

What is the most affordable Mariner's Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mariner's Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,387.

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