
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (172 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Mateo that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Bay Terrace

CitySouth

Colonial Garden Apartments

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Hillsdale Garden

Ryan Tower

West 5th

2727 Edison

Park Place at San Mateo

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Azara

Madison Place

Country Club

East 19th Avenue Apartments

Hillside Garden

South Delaware Apartments

Station Park Green

Chesapeake Point

888 San Mateo Apartments

Oakview
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Lakeshore Landing

3633 Colegrove Apartments

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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID435

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3088 Baze Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1280473P
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3088 Baze Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1045097P

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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID2069

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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID1807

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1772 Eisenhower St, Unit SI FL0-ID1686

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1650 S Delaware St, Unit SI FL2-ID1044

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338 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL3-ID1249

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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL4-ID1123

1340 Palos Verdes Dr

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2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID713

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65 W 5th Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID499
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148

3061 Neves Rd

The Enclave at Lodato

439 Claremont

3655 Colegrove Apartments

36th Avenue Apartments

Kiku Crossing

Mariner's West Apartments

Gateway Apartments

Shore Garden 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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $3,097 | $1,875 | $4,095 |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,729 | $2,090 | $9,114 |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,878 | $2,491 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,967 | $2,860 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA
There are currently 761 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo, CA area. Here is today’s list of the top 3 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for San Mateo Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baywood Park | 4/4 | 13 | $4,200 |
| North Central | 4/4 | 12 | $6,677 |
| Baywood Aragon | 3.5/4 | 6 | $3,959 |
Pet Friendliest San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The San Mateo Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is 888 San Mateo Apartments in the North Central neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. 2727 Edison in the Beresford Park neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly San Mateo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 4/4 | North Central | $2,895 |
| 2727 Edison | 3.8/4 | Beresford Park | $3,399 |
| Azara | 3.6/4 | Hayward Park | $3,960 |
| West 5th | 3.4/4 | Baywood Aragon | $3,977 |
| Metropolitan | 3.4/4 | North Central | $4,280 |
| Beachcomber Bali | 3.2/4 | Foster City | $2,400 |
| Ryan Tower | 3.2/4 | Baywood Aragon | $3,184 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 3/4 | Sugarloaf | $2,595 |
| Burlingame Towers | 3/4 | Downtown Burlingame | $2,800 |
| Harbor Cove | 3/4 | Foster City | $3,910 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in San Mateo, CA
The lowest priced San Mateo apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at Country Club in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second cheapest San Mateo Pet Friendly apartment is the 1B/1B Model at 3633 Colegrove Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,595 in the Sugarloaf neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Mateo apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | $2,095 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | $2,595 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | $2,606 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | $2,825 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | NO VACANCY | $2,895 |
| 2727 Edison | Hawthorne | $3,399 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | $3,910 |
| Azara | 1A | $3,960 |
| The Triton | Plan 1B | $4,226 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | $4,706 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in San Mateo is at Tradewind Surf Apartments listed at $1,975.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in San Mateo is $3,978.
What is the largest Pet Friendly San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly 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 Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in San Mateo is currently at 663 sq ft.
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