
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (19 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the North Central San Mateo area of San Mateo.


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central San Mateo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Central San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,802 | $2,195 | $3,464 |
North Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,341 | $2,185 | $5,640 |
North Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,571 | $2,590 | $6,595 |
North Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,034 | $3,170 | $6,963 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available North Central San Mateo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Pines priced from $2,185. Alta off the Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable North Central San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,185 |
Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central San Mateo, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central San Mateo area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value North Central San Mateo apartment is the 645 Rollins Rd Model at 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 1 starting at $3,425 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the North Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
645 Rollins Rd, Unit 1 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
Lakeview Garden | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Central San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Central San Mateo is at Alta off the Avenue listed at $2,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment is $2,185 at Royal Pines.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Central San Mateo is starting from $2,590 at Colonial Garden Apartments.
What is the most affordable North Central San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Central San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colonial Garden Apartments and starts from $3,595.
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