
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA with Utilities Included (86 Rentals)


One Three Four Elm Apartments

Lakeview Garden

Casa Baywood

Ivy Circle

Two Clark Drive Apartments

116 Elm St

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

Poplar Creek Apartments

439 Claremont
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Shore Garden Apartments

433 Turner Terrace

Terrace Hills

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Sterling Court

Royal Arms Apartments

Peninsula Place

Glendora Apartments

The Marq at Shoreview
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630 S El Camino Real

Parkview Terrace

Knights Inn Apartments

Mariners Island Park

The Pines

3603 Colegrove St

Kingswood

Royal Garden Apartments

The Christina

Bayview Apartments
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Station 401 @ Poplar

250 N San Mateo Dr

Westwood Apartments

Lago Apartments

33 Lodato Ave

2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments

111 Elm St

Beach Cove

San Carlos Apartments LLC

623 Ansel road
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Hill Garden Apartments

1501 Ralston Ave

3 Mulberry Ct

181 Irene Ct

777 El Camino Real

Valerga Drive Apartments

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1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

Catania Apartments

Cedar Patio Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,837 | $1,875 | $3,899 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,655 | $2,150 | $9,114 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,734 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,732 | $3,795 | $7,495 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,742 | $5,610 | $7,875 |
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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 Hill Garden Apartments listed at $2,165.
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 $3,655.
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 925 square feet unit starting from $3,819 at Fosters Landing.
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 475 sq ft.
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