
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA with Utilities Included (68 Rentals)


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One Three Four Elm Apartments

Lakeview Garden

Casa Baywood

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

439 Claremont

116 Elm St

515 N El Camino Real

46 Madison Ave.
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111 Elm St

Park Royal Apartments

Sterling Court

Kingswood

Royal Garden Apartments

Peninsula Place

Glendora Apartments

Royal Arms Apartments

630 S El Camino Real

Mariners Island Park
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The Pines

Westwood Apartments

Lago Apartments

33 Lodato Ave

The Christina

223 Villa Terrace

250 N San Mateo Dr

Parkview Terrace

Montara

2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments
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Beach Cove

1501 Ralston Ave

Meridian Bay

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3 Mulberry Ct

Valerga Drive Apartments

Village Court Apartments

Catania Apartments
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Chateau D'Oro Apartments

Laurel Terrace

1131 Capuchino Ave

Franciscan Apartments

Kula Kai Apartments

El Dorado Apartments

Kent Apartments

Benson Apartments

Catania Regency Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,837 | $1,875 | $3,899 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,655 | $2,150 | $9,114 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,734 | $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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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 $4,734.
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 1,173 sq ft.
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