
Gated Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (73 Rentals)


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Hillsdale Garden

West 5th

2727 Edison

Park Place at San Mateo

Ryan Tower

Azara

Madison Place

Country Club
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Ambassador Apartments

South Delaware Apartments

Station Park Green

Casa Baywood

Chesapeake Point

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Oakview

Metropolitan

Lakeshore Landing
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Fourth Circle

Park Laurel Apartments

The Lark

6 Seville Way, Unit 303

54 E 39th Ave

The Peninsula Regent

1919 Alameda de las Pulgas

La Casa Harmosa
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The Enclave at Lodato

Hillsborough Gateway

Royal Oaks

111 Saint Matthews Ave

401 S Norfolk St

320 Peninsula Ave

316 N El Camino Real

735 N Amphlett Blvd

The Stratford

2830 Flores St
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655 N Delaware St

240 N Bayshore Blvd

Corte Bella

Versailles

Artisan Crossing

Total Monthly Price
The Hayden

Trestle

Harbor Cove

Arlington

Beachcomber Bali
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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 Gated Studio Apartments | $3,171 | $1,875 | $4,018 |
| San Mateo Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,733 | $2,090 | $9,156 |
| San Mateo Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,850 | $2,491 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,036 | $2,860 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo Gated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
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San Mateo Overview
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
Ranked #295
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in San Mateo, CA
George Hall Elementary
Parkside Montessori
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in San Mateo is at Belmont Family Apartments listed at $2,090.
How much is the average rent for a Gated San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in San Mateo is $3,805.
What is the largest Gated San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $2,525 at Hillsdale Garden.
What is the average size for San Mateo Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in San Mateo is currently at 646 sq ft.
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