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$3,993 - $4,357
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Bridgepointe

1987 Bridgepointe PkySan Mateo, CA 94404
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Hillsdale Garden
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Hillsdale Garden

3500 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Tidelands
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Tidelands

400 Mariners Island BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94404
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422 East Sixteenth
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422 East Sixteenth

422 E 16th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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415 Rogell Ct
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415 Rogell Ct

415 Rogell CtSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Amelia
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Amelia

2893 Baze RdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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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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232 State St
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232 State St

232 State StSan Mateo, CA 94401

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San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 16, 2026

There are currently 24 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,714 to $7,600. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Mateo with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Baywood Park10$3,956$2,895
North Central9$5,391$2,714
Baywood Aragon5$4,052$3,225

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 1,224 square feet priced from $4,866. Devonshire Apartments has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,200 square feet and currently listed start at $3,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
TrestlePlan 2H1,224 Sq Ft$4,866
Devonshire Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath1,200 Sq Ft$3,195
888 San Mateo Apartments2xN (AVAIL 04/16/2026)1,176 Sq Ft$3,995
Lantern CoveDriftwood + Loft1,174 Sq Ft$3,759
MetropolitanPlan 2CR1,169 Sq Ft$5,680
The BowerPlan 2C1,155 Sq Ft$5,158
Two50 Downtown2x1 1150-1250 sq ft1,150 Sq Ft$5,195
MiramarPlan 2A1,131 Sq Ft$4,700
Bridgepointe22CD1,125 Sq Ft$4,017
Madison Place2 x 2998 Sq Ft$3,395

Cheapest Available San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 16, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the Plan 2 Model starting from $2,714 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 $4,513. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Colonial Garden ApartmentsPlan 2$2,714
Belmont Square Apartments2x1$2,795
Bay TerraceThe Teresa$3,031
Hillsdale Garden2 Bed D$3,088
Devonshire Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath$3,195
Madison Place2 x 2$3,395
Harbor Cove2x1-780$3,543
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesCypress Premier 2$3,602
Northpark2 Bedroom F$3,653
Shadow CoveBalboa$3,720

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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.

San Mateo, CA
Population: 105,025

Ranked #295

in US Census Population by City

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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 $2,714.

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 $4,513.

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 1,224 square feet unit starting from $4,866 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 1,249 sq ft.

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