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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,698 | $1,850 | $4,046 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,428 | $1,800 | $8,575 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,515 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $5,566 | $3,795 | $8,966 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $6,647 | $5,420 | $7,875 |
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in San Mateo is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in San Mateo is $4,490.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 2,100 square feet unit starting from $2,243 at Hillsdale Garden.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in San Mateo is currently at 636 sq ft.
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