3023 Beverly St
San MateoCA94403
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Bonnie Brae Terrace
2400 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,401 | $1,750 | $2,741 |
| South San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,082 | $1,105 | $4,654 |
| South San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,992 | $2,890 | $6,595 |
| South San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,225 | $3,532 | $4,992 |
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Cheapest Available South San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Bonnie Brae Terrace priced from $1,750. Hillsdale Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,519. Here are the most affordable South San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonnie Brae Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10b | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Poppy Premier 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,657 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Mateo, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South San Mateo area is the $3.60 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Large Model at West 5th in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $4,970. The second greatest value South San Mateo apartment is the A2_2.5 Model at Field House at Bay Meadows starting at $6,520 with a $4.93 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom Large | 3BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| Field House at Bay Meadows | A2_2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.93 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Poppy Premier 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10a | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Park Place at San Mateo | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $5.26 |
| 2727 Edison | Claremont | 1BR,1BA | $4.71 |
| Ryan Tower | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.75 |
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Best Local Schools in South San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Meadow Heights Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South San Mateo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South San Mateo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South San Mateo is under $3,799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South San Mateo?
The cheapest apartment in South San Mateo is Hillsdale Garden which is listed at $2,519, while the average apartment in South San Mateo costs $4,072.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South San Mateo?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in South San Mateo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South San Mateo?
Cheap apartments in South San Mateo have an average cost of $986 which is $3,086 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South San Mateo.
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