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


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116 Elm St

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

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1109 Haddon Dr

3235 Glendora Dr

701-703 Prospect Row

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62 E 39th Ave

1726 S Grant St

803 Laurel Ave

El Colorado

3401 Csm Dr

126 N Claremont St

1101 Tilton Ave

504 E Hillsdale Ct

401 Rogell Ct

1006 S Idaho St
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423 Studio Cir

1742 S Grant St

430 Monte Diablo Ave

735 N Amphlett Blvd

415 N Claremont St

110 Peninsula Ave

402 Rogell Ct

11 S Idaho St

711 Prospect Row

1453 E 3rd Ave
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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

1836 El Parque Ct

511 Highland Ave

851 Highland Ave

405 Tilton Ave
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1225 S B St

412 E Bellevue Ave

250 Grand Blvd

429 E Bellevue Ave

1804 El Parque Ct

739 N Amphlett Blvd

1654 South Grant St

146 N Idaho St

44 E 41st Pl

7 Seville Way
San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,875 | $1,875 | $3,899 |
San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,721 | $2,090 | $9,417 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,777 | $2,491 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,820 | $2,860 | $8,336 |
| 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 Colonial Garden Apartments listed at $2,488.
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 $3,721.
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 $3,957 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 850 sq ft.
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