
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (821 Rentals) Page 2 of 17


701-703 Prospect Row

Poplar Creek Apartments

511 El Camino Real

62 E 39th Ave

1726 S Grant St

803 Laurel Ave

El Colorado

3401 Csm Dr

126 N Claremont St
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1101 Tilton Ave

504 E Hillsdale Ct

401 Rogell Ct

1006 S Idaho St

423 Studio Cir

1742 S Grant St

430 Monte Diablo Ave

735 N Amphlett Blvd

415 N Claremont St

110 Peninsula Ave
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402 Rogell Ct

11 S Idaho St

711 Prospect Row

1453 E 3rd Ave

618-620 622 E Santa Inez Ave

831 N El Camino Real

320 Ramona St

123 E Poplar Ave

37 Lorton Ave

54 9th Ave
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1836 El Parque Ct

511 Highland Ave

851 Highland Ave

405 Tilton Ave

1225 S B St

412 E Bellevue Ave

250 Grand Blvd

429 E Bellevue Ave

1804 El Parque Ct

739 N Amphlett Blvd
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1654 South Grant St

146 N Idaho St

44 E 41st Pl

7 Seville Way

30-32 McAker Ct

127 N Claremont St

460 Wisnom Ave

3901-5 Donner St

101 N Kingston St

Stradbally Court
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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 | $3,424 | $1,875 | $10,000+ |
San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,855 | $2,150 | $9,200 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,980 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,863 | $3,275 | $8,001 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,350 | $5,350 | $5,350 |
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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 Belmont Family Apartments listed at $2,278.
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 $3,855.
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 900 square feet unit starting from $4,247 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 590 sq ft.
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