
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (794 Rentals) Page 2 of 16


139 N Grant St

729 Highland Ave

52 E 40th Ave

700 N Humboldt St

356 Ramona St

1415 Palm Ave

718 10th Ave

103 W 38th Ave

3120 Los Prados St
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113 N Delaware St

119 E Poplar Ave

1927 Palm Ave

8 Seville Way

613 S Humboldt St

34-36 Fremont St

146 Dartmouth Rd

401 S Norfolk St

10 Scenic Way

111 Saint Matthews Ave
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The Towers

114 24Th AVE

Baywood Condominiums

58 N El Camino Real

77 N Ellsworth Ave

Mariners Condominium

Harbortown

43 Hobart Ave

239 Elm St
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160 N Claremont St

3915 Colegrove St

317 Elm St

3206 Countryside Dr

232 State St

1401 Cedarwood Dr

4 Warren Rd

8 N Fremont St

460 Studio Cir

410 Rogell Ct
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68 38th Ave W

332 Highland Ave

49 E 40th Ave

954 Palm Ave

42 Mcaker Ct

1932 Ivy St

226 23rd Ave

606 E Santa Inez Ave

119 Dartmouth Rd

404 N Bayshore Fwy
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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 | $3,309 | $1,875 | $4,720 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,852 | $2,150 | $9,114 |
San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,040 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,880 | $3,275 | $8,006 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,350 | $5,350 | $5,350 |
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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 $2,995.
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 $5,040.
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 1,365 square feet unit starting from $5,707 at Miramar.
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 2,001 sq ft.
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