
Short Term Lease 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (57 Rentals)


Bay Terrace

Hillsdale Garden

Colonial Garden Apartments

Azara San Mateo

Metropolitan

Ryan Tower
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Park Place at San Mateo

Hillside Gardens

Chesapeake Point

2727 Edison

One Three Four Elm Apartments

2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy

2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy
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83 Rock Harbor Ln
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Lantern Cove

The Bower

The Hayden

Artisan Crossing

Sand Cove

Indian Creek

Waters Edge

Shadow Cove

722 Edgewater Blvd
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127 Rock Harbor Ln

600 Edgewater Blvd

622 Edgewater Blvd

900 E Hillsdale Blvd

333 El Camino Real

1225 Floribunda Ave

1225 Floribunda Ave
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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 | $2,829 | $1,750 | $4,226 |
San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $1,800 | $8,860 |
San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,380 | $2,419 | $8,772 |
San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,351 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,273 | $7,070 | $10,000+ |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $4,380.
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 $5,499 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 1,198 sq ft.
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