Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (105 Rentals)

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Glendora Apartments
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Glendora Apartments

3223 Glendora DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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The Russell
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The Russell

3098 Kyne St WSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Brickline Flats
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Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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The Lark
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The Lark

1950 Elkhorn CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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MODE Apartments
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MODE Apartments

2089 Pacific BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Sterling Court
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Sterling Court

850 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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237 Elm
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237 Elm

237 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Westwood Apartments
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Westwood Apartments

1241 W Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2015 Parrott Dr
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2015 Parrott Dr

2015 Parrott DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Nazareth Terrace
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Nazareth Terrace

234 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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1300 Palos Verdes Dr
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1300 Palos Verdes Dr

1300 Palos Verdes DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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222 S Fremont St
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222 S Fremont St

222 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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655 N Delaware St
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655 N Delaware St

655 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Palos Verdes Apt
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Palos Verdes Apt

1326 Palos Verdes DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Woodlake Condominiums
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Woodlake Condominiums

900 Peninsula AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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3401 Csm Dr
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3401 Csm Dr

3401 Csm DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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332 Highland Ave
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332 Highland Ave

332 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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319 N Ellsworth Ave
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319 N Ellsworth Ave

319 N Ellsworth AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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400,404 Studio Cor
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400,404 Studio Cor

400,404 Studio CorSan Mateo, CA 94401
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726 E 5th Ave
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726 E 5th Ave

726 E 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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200 N Delaware St
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200 N Delaware St

200 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Versailles
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Versailles

10 Crystal Springs RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1705 Palm Ave
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1705 Palm Ave

1705 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1321 Palos Verdes Dr
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1321 Palos Verdes Dr

1321 Palos Verdes DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Hi View Apartments
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Hi View Apartments

1190 W Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Mariners Condominium
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Mariners Condominium

425 Anchor RdSan Mateo, CA 94404
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230 W 5th Ave
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230 W 5th Ave

230 W 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Royal Oaks
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Royal Oaks

10 9th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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114 24Th AVE
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114 24Th AVE

114 24Th AVESan Mateo, CA 94403
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238 Grand
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238 Grand

238 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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195 E Bellevue Ave
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195 E Bellevue Ave

195 E Bellevue AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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46 W 4th Ave
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46 W 4th Ave

46 W 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Hawthorne
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Hawthorne

3069 E Kyne StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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313-315 Elm St
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313-315 Elm St

313-315 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Getting Around San Mateo, CA

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Mateo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Mateo with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Mateo is at Fiesta Apartments listed at $2,195.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is $3,391.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 1,032 square feet unit starting from $4,600 at The Triton.

What is the average size for San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Mateo is currently 1,170 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.