
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (821 Rentals) Page 3 of 17


245-247 Ramona St

456 Studio Cor

Rivertree Condominiums

1023 N Idaho St

20 22nd Ave

128 Hobart Ave

338 Catalpa St

Palos Verdes Apt

The Denise
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The Stratford

414-418 E 16th Ave

1215 Bayswater Ave

222 S Fremont St

9 Aragon Blvd

506 19th Ave

946 S B St

1520 S Claremont St

126 N Ellsworth Ave

466 Studio Cor
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1016-1018 S B St

363 N Eldorado St

940 S B St

312 Catalpa St

803 E 4th Ave

372 N Delaware St

8 N Fremont St

Nazareth Terrace

460 Studio Cir

332 Highland Ave

445 N San Mateo Dr

2712 Flores St

410 Rogell Ct

4329 Beresford St

341 Romona St

1411 S B St

405 Studio Cor

1332 Palos Verdes Dr

309-311 Villa Ter

1738 S Grant St

319 N Ellsworth Ave

106 N Eldorado St

2660 Flores St

438 Grand Blvd

337 Highland Ave

518 19th Ave

101 28th Ave

2830 Flores St

226 23rd Ave

606 E Santa Inez Ave
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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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