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Bridgepointe
1987 Bridgepointe PkySan Mateo, CA 94404
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CitySouth
3055 La Selva LnSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Bay Terrace
3204 Casa De Campo WaySan Mateo, CA 94403
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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Hillsdale Garden
3500 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Park Place at San Mateo
1101-1101 Park PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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West 5th
85 W 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Chesapeake Point
1633 Marina CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Metropolitan
338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Lakeview Garden
844 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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320 La Casa Ave
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401 S Hummingbird Ln
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Woodlake Condominiums
900 Peninsula AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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41 N Claremont St
41 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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606 E Santa Inez Ave
606 E Santa Inez AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1841 El Parque Ct
1841 El Parque CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2660 Flores St
2660 Flores StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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438 Grand Blvd
438 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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337 Highland Ave
337 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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145 N Kingston St
145 N Kingston StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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117 N Eldorado St
117 N Eldorado StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1932 Ivy St
1932 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1654 South Grant St
1654 South Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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617-619 S Norfolk St
617-619 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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7 Seville Way
7 Seville WaySan Mateo, CA 94402
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215 N Ellsworth Ave
215 N Ellsworth AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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616 N Claremont St
616 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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3901-5 Donner St
3901-5 Donner StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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115 N Fremont St
115 N Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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102 Barneson Ave
102 Barneson AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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128 Hobart Ave
128 Hobart AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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222 S Fremont St
222 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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907 E 5th Ave
907 E 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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7 N Eldorado St
7 N Eldorado StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1332 Palos Verdes Dr
1332 Palos Verdes DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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3401 Csm Dr
3401 Csm DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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48 A-D Ellsworth Ave
48 A-D Ellsworth AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1525 Lago St
1525 Lago StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2525 S Norfolk St
2525 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1548 Lago St
1548 Lago StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1217 W Hillsdale Blvd
1217 W Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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3236-3238 Countryside Dr
3236-3238 Countryside DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Poplar Arms Apartments
314 E Poplar AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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517-519 E Santa Inez Ave
517-519 E Santa Inez AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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247 N Delaware St
247 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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824-826 Highland Ave
824-826 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1804 El Parque Ct
1804 El Parque CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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50-52 Hobart Ave
50-52 Hobart AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $3,365 | $1,875 | $4,720 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,876 | $2,150 | $9,200 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,104 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,790 | $3,275 | $8,001 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,350 | $5,350 | $5,350 |
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San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: August 19, 2026There are currently 2 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $3,275 to $7,267. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Mateo with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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| North Central | 2 | $5,527 | $3,275 |
Largest Available San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at The Triton in the Birds neighborhood and is 1,518 square feet . Metropolitan in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,425 square feet and currently listed start at $7,262. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in San Mateo:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| The Triton | Plan 3D Loft | 1,518 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Metropolitan | Plan 3AR | 1,425 Sq Ft | $7,262 |
| Bridgepointe | 33CH | 1,425 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 1,094 Sq Ft | $4,885 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 950 Sq Ft | $3,887 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3A | 917 Sq Ft | $4,212 |
Cheapest Available San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 19, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the The Veranda Model starting from $3,807 at Bay Terrace in the Birds neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo 3 Bedroom is the Plan 3A Model at Colonial Garden Apartments starting at $4,212 in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in San Mateo is currently $5,790. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in San Mateo:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | $3,807 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3A | $4,212 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | $4,885 |
| Bridgepointe | 33CH | $5,821 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 3AR | $7,262 |
| The Triton | Plan 3D Loft | $8,001 |
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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, CAPopulation: 105,025
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Mateo with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Mateo is at Bay Terrace listed at $3,807.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is $5,790.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 1,518 square feet unit at The Triton.
What is the average size for San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Mateo is currently 1,265 sq ft.
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