2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (713 Rentals)

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Kiku Crossing
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Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Oakview
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Oakview

3135 Campus DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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46 Madison Ave.
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46 Madison Ave.

46 Madison AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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100 Dartmouth Rd
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100 Dartmouth Rd

100 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Terrace Hills
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Terrace Hills

619 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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2000 Delaware
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2000 Delaware

2000 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Park Royal Apartments
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Park Royal Apartments

651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 10 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,494 to $6,580. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Mateo with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Baywood Park4$3,982$2,995
North Central4$5,195$2,494
Baywood Aragon2$3,380$3,100

Largest Available San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at Trestle in the McDougal neighborhood and is 1,316 square feet priced from $5,547. The Triton in the Birds neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,305 square feet and currently listed start at $5,875. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
TrestlePlan 2K1,316 Sq Ft$5,547
The TritonPlan 2B Loft1,305 Sq Ft$5,875
MetropolitanPlan 2GR1,239 Sq Ft$5,488
The BowerPlan 2D1,206 Sq Ft$5,223
Bridgepointe22CF1,171 Sq Ft$3,718
Marlin CoveThe Seahorse1,102 Sq Ft$4,510
Fosters LandingPlan G1,100 Sq Ft$4,297
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesSequoia Townhome Premier1,100 Sq Ft$3,901
718 N Claremont St2 Bedrooms + Family Room1,000 Sq Ft$3,200
Madison Place2 x 2d998 Sq Ft$2,995

Cheapest Available San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the Plan 2 Model starting from $2,494 at Colonial Garden Apartments in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo 2 Bedroom is the 2x1 Model at Belmont Square Apartments starting at $2,795 in the Western Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in San Mateo is currently $4,390. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Colonial Garden ApartmentsPlan 2$2,494
Belmont Square Apartments2x1$2,795
Madison Place2 x 2d$2,995
111 Elm St2 bed 1 bath$3,100
718 N Claremont St2 Bedrooms + Family Room$3,200
Andalusia at Chestnut2x1$3,295
Apartment in San Carlos Creek2BR/2.0BA$3,300
The Madison BelmontRichmond$3,353
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesCypress Premier$3,435

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San Mateo Overview

San Mateo is a warm, welcoming city with down-to-earth people from all walks of life. Easy access to big cities and beautiful vacation destinations makes San Mateo a perfect place to raise a family, start a career, or anything in between.

Why live in San Mateo, CA?

San Mateo is great for those who don't want to deal with the burdens of a big city, but who would also like access to the big cities when needed. 35 minutes south and you'll end up in San Jose, or head 30 minutes north to the beautiful city of San Francisco. That's not to say San Mateo doesn't have its own impressive amenities. Downtown you'll find over 200 restaurants to choose from for a night of great food and entertainment. On top of all that, the San Mateo school district is one of the best around, with parents raving about great teachers.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Mateo, CA

Ranked #69

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom San Mateo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Mateo with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in San Mateo is at Colonial Garden Apartments listed at $2,494.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is $4,390.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 1,316 square feet unit starting from $5,547 at Trestle.

What is the average size for San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in San Mateo is currently 1,222 sq ft.

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