
Cheap Homes for Rent in San Mateo Town Center Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (3 Rentals)
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San Mateo Town Center, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in San Mateo Town Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Mateo Town Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $3,300 | $6,500 |
San Mateo Town Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,950 | $4,300 | $5,450 |
San Mateo Town Center 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the San Mateo Town Center Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo Town Center, CA
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo Town Center area is the $3.89 price per square foot Wake Model at Waters Edge in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,282. The second greatest value San Mateo Town Center apartment is the Redwood Premier Model at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes starting at $3,715 with a $3.72 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo Town Center apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Waters Edge | Wake | 2BR,2BA | $3.89 |
Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Redwood Premier | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
The Plaza | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.16 |
eaves Foster City | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.35 |
Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
Marlin Cove | The Dolphin | 1BR,1BA | $4.29 |
Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.77 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10a | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Mateo Town Center
What type of rentals are currently available in San Mateo Town Center?
There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in San Mateo Town Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,995 to $8,736. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Mateo Town Center ranging from $1,350 to $9,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Mateo Town Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Mateo Town Center ranges from $1,350 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,050.
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