Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,600 (17 Rentals)

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Oakview
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview

3135 Campus DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Catania Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catania Apartments

2431 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Sofi Belmont Hills
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Belmont Hills

2515 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002

Western Hills, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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. De Sabla Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,320. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bonnie Brae TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$2,073
De Sabla ApartmentsEdgewood1BR,1BA$2,320
Hillsdale GardenStudio_e10aStudio,1BA$2,441
Sofi Belmont HillsStudioStudio,1BA$2,532
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, CA

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $3.07 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Belmont Terrace in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,589. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Belmont Terrace2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.07
Hillside GardensHot Springs2BR,1.5BA$2.95
Azara San Mateo2x2 2A2BR,2BA$4.41
Ralston at BelmontTMA 2+22BR,2BA$2.96
West 5th2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$3.38
Bay TerraceThe Veranda3BR,2BA$3.39
Crown Towers Apartments2x1PINES2BR,1BA$3.59
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.19
The Riley at Belmont Hills1 + 11BR,1BA$3.29
Hillsdale GardenStudio_e10aStudio ,1BA$4.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Western Hills, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #18

Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Western Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Western Hills is at Bonnie Brae Terrace listed at $2,073.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment is $2,320 at De Sabla Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Western Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Western Hills is starting from $3,050 at Crown Towers Apartments.

What is the most affordable Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,223.

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