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South San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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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 | $2,379 | $2,341 | $2,456 |
| South San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $2,503 | $4,770 |
| South San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,295 | $3,010 | $6,595 |
| South San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,401 | $3,233 | $10,000+ |
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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 Hillsdale Garden priced from $2,341. Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,346. Here are the most affordable South San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio_e10a | Studio,1BA | $2,341 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio,1BA | $2,346 |
| CitySouth | Cashmere (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,773 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Mateo, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South San Mateo area is the $4.88 price per square foot B_2.5 Model at Field House at Bay Meadows in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $6,561. The second greatest value South San Mateo apartment is the 2x2 2A Model at Azara San Mateo starting at $5,106 with a $4.73 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field House at Bay Meadows | B_2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.88 |
| Azara San Mateo | 2x2 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.73 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Quimby | F | 2BR,2BA | $5.17 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10a | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| Park Place at San Mateo | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $5.09 |
| CitySouth | Cashmere (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $4.93 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio ,1BA | $4.65 |
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Best Local Schools in South San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Meadow Heights Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (254)
5 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in South San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Meadow Heights Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (254)
5 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
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 $4,802.
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 $6,162.
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 675 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 $898 which is $5,264 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South San Mateo.
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