
Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (46 Rentals)


Two50 Downtown

Hillsdale Garden

Madison Place

Ryan Tower

West 5th

2727 Edison

Park Place at San Mateo

Ambassador Apartments
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One Three Four Elm Apartments

Azara San Mateo

Chesapeake Point

888 San Mateo Apartments

Metropolitan

Lakeshore Landing

Station Park Green

Casa Baywood
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10 Scenic Way, Unit 115, Unit 115

1919 Alameda de las Pulgas

The Enclave at Lodato

111 Saint Matthews Ave

Corte Bella

Versailles

735 N Amphlett Blvd

2830 Flores St

655 N Delaware St
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401 S Norfolk St

Artisan Crossing

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The Hayden

Trestle

Northpark

Harbor Cove

Beachcomber Bali

One Hundred Grand

The Bower
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The Plaza

Meridian Bay

1525 San Carlos Ave

The Islands Condominiums

1109 El Camino Real

731 Rollins Rd

Douglas Avenue Apartments

The Admiralty

Athens of San Carlos
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840 Sea Spray LN
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 | $2,856 | $1,875 | $3,899 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,647 | $2,150 | $9,114 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,733 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,732 | $3,795 | $7,495 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,742 | $5,610 | $7,875 |
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San Mateo, CAPopulation: 105,025
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in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in San Mateo, CA
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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 Belmont Square Apartments listed at $2,795.
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 $4,733.
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 1,340 square feet unit starting from $5,595 at Two50 Downtown.
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 1,140 sq ft.
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