Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo Foster City Burlingame Neighborhood of Half Moon Bay, CA from $1,300 (50 Rentals)

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Brickline Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Chateau D'Oro Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau D'Oro Apartments

1001 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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116 Elm St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 Elm St

116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1133-1129 Rhinette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

1133-1129 Rhinette AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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816 Highland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

816 Highland Ave

816 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

227 Elm St

227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Catania Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catania Apartments

2431 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Highland Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Apartments

115 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Carlmont Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carlmont Heights

2213 Hastings DrBelmont, CA 94002
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1726 Sequoia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1726 Sequoia Ave

1726 Sequoia AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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243 N. Ellsworth
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

243 N. Ellsworth

243 N Ellsworth AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Plaza
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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1950 Ivy St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1950 Ivy St

1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Whitman Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066

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Gateway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1113 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1113 Haddon Dr

1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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128 Lorton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

128 Lorton Ave

128 Lorton AveBurlingame, CA 94010

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San Mateo Foster City Burlingame, Half Moon Bay, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Mateo Foster City Burlingame Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Mateo Foster City Burlingame area of Half Moon Bay, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club priced from $2,075. Fourth Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,215. Here are the most affordable San Mateo Foster City Burlingame apartments for rent in Half Moon Bay, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country ClubStudioStudio,1BA$2,075
Fourth CircleStudioStudio,1BA$2,215
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,245
243 N. Ellsworth1 bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,250
The Riley at Belmont HillsStudioStudio,1BA$2,363
3633 Colegrove Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$2,395
Hillsdale GardenStudioStudio,1BA$2,408
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,525
Sofi Belmont HillsStudioStudio,1BA$2,541
Alta off the AvenueStudio BStudio,1BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame, CA

As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Mateo Foster City Burlingame area is the $2.47 price per square foot 21 El Cerrito Ave Model at 21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21 in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value San Mateo Foster City Burlingame apartment is the 3 Bedroom Large Model at West 5th starting at $4,458 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo Foster City Burlingame apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 2121 El Cerrito Ave2BR,2.5BA$2.47
West 5th3 Bedroom Large3BR,2BA$2.84
257 East Ave, Unit 257 East Ave. Apartments257 East Ave2BR,1BA$2.46
515 N El Camino Real2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.00
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.05
One Three Four Elm Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.50
Two Clark Drive Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.44
Ralston at BelmontR TMA 1+11BR,1BA$3.39
2010 Trousdale DrGarden 1/11BR,1BA$3.40
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01

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San Mateo Foster City Burlingame, Half Moon Bay, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Mateo Foster City Burlingame Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame is under $2,550.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame?

The cheapest apartment in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame is Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,245, while the average apartment in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame costs $7,875.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame?

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 9 regular apartments in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame 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 San Mateo Foster City Burlingame?

Cheap apartments in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame have an average cost of $325 which is $7,550 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Mateo Foster City Burlingame.

Expert Rental Resources

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.