2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (798 Rentals)

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Bridgepointe
$4,805 - $4,881

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Base Rent$3,639 - $6,595
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Bridgepointe

1987 Bridgepointe PkySan Mateo, CA 94404
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Hillsdale Garden
$3,817 - $4,099

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Base Rent$2,525 - $5,291
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Hillsdale Garden

3500 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Azara
$5,350 - $5,355

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Base Rent$4,601 - $5,361
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Azara

1650 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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property at 10 Scenic Way
$5,500

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Base Rent$5,500
Total Monthly Price$5,500
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10 Scenic Way, Unit 9

10 Scenic Way
San MateoCA94403

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property at 3061 Neves Rd
$5,700

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Base Rent$5,700
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Available Sep 1, 2027
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3061 Neves Rd

San MateoCA94403
property at 605 Highland Ave
$5,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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605 Highland Ave

San MateoCA94401

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Tidelands
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Tidelands

400 Mariners Island BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94404
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Amelia
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Amelia

2893 Baze RdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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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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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Flores 2660
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Flores 2660

2660 Flores StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 12, 2026

There are currently 14 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,995 to $6,900. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Mateo with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Baywood Park8$4,369$2,995
North Central4$6,183$3,381
Baywood Aragon2$3,847$3,385

Largest Available San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at Park Place at San Mateo in the Birds neighborhood and is 1,177 square feet priced from $6,003. Trestle in the McDougal neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,153 square feet and currently listed start at $5,966. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Park Place at San Mateo2 Bedrooms D1,177 Sq Ft$6,003
TrestlePlan 2F1,153 Sq Ft$5,966
The Preston at HillsdaleTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome1,152 Sq Ft$4,555
The TritonPlan L/W A1,147 Sq Ft$6,001
One Hundred GrandPlan 2A1,138 Sq Ft$5,177
Marlin Cove Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath-The Marlin1,133 Sq Ft$5,074
Bridgepointe22CD1,125 Sq Ft$4,829
Fosters LandingPlan 2C1,100 Sq Ft$4,137
Waters EdgeWake1,100 Sq Ft$4,609
AnsonB11,095 Sq Ft$5,774

Cheapest Available San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 12, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the Marina Model starting from $3,817 at Lakeshore Landing in the Birds neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bed C Model at Hillsdale Garden starting at $3,823 in the Western Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in San Mateo is currently $4,881. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in San Mateo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lakeshore LandingMarina$3,817
Hillsdale Garden2 Bed C$3,823
Hillside GardenMount Shasta$3,875
The Preston at HillsdaleTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A$4,090
Fosters LandingPlan 2C$4,137
Park Laurel ApartmentsFully Updated 2Bed/1Bath$4,200
Shadow CoveBalboa$4,241
Harbor Cove2x1-780$4,415
Sand Cove2x1 - Monterey$4,485

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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 Lakeshore Landing listed at $3,817.

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 $4,881.

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 1,177 square feet unit starting from $6,003 at Park Place at San Mateo.

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 1,172 sq ft.

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