3023 Beverly St
San MateoCA94403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,400 (17 Rentals)
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from $2,0951 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15
Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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from $2,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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from $2,363Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Riley at Belmont Hills
1039 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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from $2,400Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview)
1015 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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from $2,4981 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
2445 Coronet Blvd, Unit In Law
2445 Coronet BlvdBelmont, CA 94002
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Western Hills, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Hills Studio Apartments | $2,609 | $2,073 | $3,144 |
| Western Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,083 | $1,400 | $4,654 |
| Western Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,292 | $2,945 | $6,595 |
| Western Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,475 | $3,387 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Western Hills Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Western Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Hills area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Bonnie Brae Terrace priced from $2,073. 1950 Ivy St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Bonnie Brae Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,073 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio_e10a | Studio,1BA | $2,341 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, CA
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $3.97 price per square foot 22CD Model at Bridgepointe in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $4,465. The second greatest value Western Hills apartment is the Hot Springs Model at Hillside Gardens starting at $3,250 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bridgepointe | 22CD | 2BR,2BA | $3.97 |
| Hillside Gardens | Hot Springs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 2445 Coronet Blvd, Unit In Law | 2445 Coronet Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio_e10a | Studio ,1BA | $4.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestern Hills, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Western Hills, San Mateo, CA
Highlands Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (385)
5 out of 10
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Getting Around the Western Hills Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Western Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Western Hills is under $2,754.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Western Hills is 1950 Ivy St which is listed at $2,275, while the average apartment in Western Hills costs $4,229.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western Hills?
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 12 regular apartments in Western Hills 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 Western Hills?
Cheap apartments in Western Hills have an average cost of $829 which is $3,400 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western Hills.
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