Studio Apartments for Rent in San Bruno, CA (58 Rentals)

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364 W Angus Ave
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364 W Angus Ave

364 W Angus AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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752-764 6th Ave
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752-764 6th Ave

752-764 6th AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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848 2nd Ave
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848 2nd Ave

848 2nd AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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499 Poplar Ave
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499 Poplar Ave

499 Poplar AveSan Bruno, CA 94066

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736-740 6th Ave
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736-740 6th Ave

736-740 6th AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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789 Easton Ave
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789 Easton Ave

789 Easton AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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149 Santa Maria
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149 Santa Maria

149 Santa MariaSan Bruno, CA 94066

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Fernmar North
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Fernmar North

208 Holly AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Sundial
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Sundial

224 Grand AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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723 Cypress Ave
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723 Cypress Ave

723 Cypress AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080

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Cadence Millbrae
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Cadence Millbrae

1201 BroadwayMillbrae, CA 94030
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15 Broadway
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15 Broadway

15 BroadwayMillbrae, CA 94030
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The Rollins
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The Rollins

181 N Rollins RdMillbrae, CA 94030
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Rotary Plaza
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Rotary Plaza

433 Alida WaySouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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Revery
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Revery

1766 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010

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216 Paramount Dr
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216 Paramount Dr

216 Paramount DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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297 Poplar
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297 Poplar

297 PoplarMillbrae, CA 94030
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510 Richmond Dr
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510 Richmond Dr

510 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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521 Miller Ave
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521 Miller Ave

521 Miller AveSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
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168 Pacific Ave
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168 Pacific Ave

168 Pacific AvePacifica, CA 94044
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516 Richmond Dr
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516 Richmond Dr

516 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030

San Bruno, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available San Bruno Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Bruno, CA is found at The Lamplighter Apartments in the Mills Estates neighborhood and is 650 square feet priced from $2,000. Hanover Burlingame has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 620 square feet and currently listed start at $3,259. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in San Bruno:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Lamplighter ApartmentsStudio, 1 bath650 Sq Ft$2,000
Hanover BurlingameS2620 Sq Ft$3,259
ApertureA1500 Sq Ft$3,166
Skyline Heights ApartmentsStudio482 Sq Ft$2,145
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio AR445 Sq Ft$3,151
OceanAire Apartment HomesPalmetto401 Sq Ft$2,965

Cheapest Available San Bruno Studio Apartments

As of July 08, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Bruno, CA is the Studio, 1 bath Model starting from $2,000 at The Lamplighter Apartments in the Mills Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable San Bruno Studio is the Studio Model at Skyline Heights Apartments starting at $2,145 in the Serramonte neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Bruno is currently $2,876. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Bruno:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Lamplighter ApartmentsStudio, 1 bath$2,000
Skyline Heights ApartmentsStudio$2,145
Hanover BurlingameS1$2,954
OceanAire Apartment HomesPalmetto$2,965
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio AR$3,151
ApertureA1$3,166

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San Bruno Overview

Located just a mere dozen or so miles south of San Francisco, it becomes apparently quickly why San Bruno has been dubbed 'the city with heart'. Centered at the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this cozy California hot spot has much to offer a variety of lifestyles.

Why live in San Bruno, CA?

Home to a number of local homes of higher learning as well as plenty of nationally-respected employers such as Target and Lowe's, life in San Bruno apartments for rent makes a great option for both growing families and career-centered singles alike. From gorgeous public parkland to the convenient retail shopping of the downtown scene, this slice of California sunshine is an idyllic place to call your own.

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Getting Around San Bruno, CA

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84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio San Bruno Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Bruno with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in San Bruno is at The Lamplighter Apartments listed at $2,000.

How much is the average rent for a Studio San Bruno Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Bruno is $2,876.

What is the largest available Studio San Bruno Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Bruno is a 650 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at The Lamplighter Apartments.

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