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$2,642
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Base Rent$2,525 - $5,223
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Hillsdale Garden
3500 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Alta De Sabla
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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RYAN TOWER
120 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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$2,150 - $2,225Studio Apartments Available Now
Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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South Delaware Apartments
2021-2037 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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$3,767 - $4,049Studio Apartments Available Now
Station Park Green
430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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Casa Baywood
212 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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The Lark
1950 Elkhorn CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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East Hillsdale Apartments
348 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
1757 Nash Dr
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1830 Gateway DrSan Mateo, CA 94404
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$2,740
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Base Rent$2,740
Total Monthly Price$2,740
710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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27 E 41st Pl
27 E 41st PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Mark Diablo Apartments
200 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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85 Tilton Ave
85 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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The Peninsula Regent
1 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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3905 Pacific
3905 Pacific BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Woodlake Condominiums
900 Peninsula AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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54 E 39th Ave
54 E 39th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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zLaurel Place Apartments
52 E 41st PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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21 East 40th Ave.
21 W 40th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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106-120 Tilton Ave
106-120 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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436 Studio Cir
436 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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920 Palm Ave
920 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1301 S B St
1301 S B StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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24 Hobart Ave
24 Hobart AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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408 N Bayshore Fwy
408 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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1816 El Parque Ct
1816 El Parque CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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4004 Beresford St
4004 Beresford StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1646 S Grant St
1646 S Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1658 S Grant St
1658 S Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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606 N San Mateo Dr
606 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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20 N Fremont St
20 N Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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711 N Amphlett Blvd
711 N Amphlett BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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824 N Idaho St
824 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1710 S Grant St
1710 S Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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139-141 N Humboldt St
139-141 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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40-42 W 5th Ave
40-42 W 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1805 Gum St
1805 Gum StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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4 41st Ave
4 41st AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Essex at Central Park
E 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1662 S Grant St
1662 S Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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129 South Blvd
129 South BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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426 E 16th Ave
426 E 16th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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220 N San Mateo Dr
220 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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200 7th Ave
200 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1855 El Parque Ct
1855 El Parque CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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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 |
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San Mateo Studio Apartments | $3,256 | $1,850 | $4,336 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,897 | $2,150 | $9,200 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,973 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,964 | $3,275 | $8,001 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
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San Mateo Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 04, 2026There are currently 11 available Studio apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,150 to $4,358. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Mateo with the most available Studio apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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| North Central | 5 | $2,425 | $2,150 |
| Baywood Park | 4 | $3,799 | $2,250 |
| Baywood Aragon | 2 | $3,895 | $2,740 |
Largest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at Station Park Green in the Western Hills neighborhood and is 745 square feet priced from $3,987. Artisan Crossing in the Belmont neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 590 square feet and currently listed start at $4,033. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in San Mateo:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Station Park Green | Birch | 745 Sq Ft | $3,987 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | 590 Sq Ft | $4,033 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | 550 Sq Ft | $3,895 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | Studio | 540 Sq Ft | $2,363 |
| The Hayden | S1 | 516 Sq Ft | $3,476 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
| Sofi Belmont Hills | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $3,343 |
| Country Club | Studio | 350 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
Cheapest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments
As of September 04, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,205 at Country Club in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at 21 East 40th Ave. starting at $2,295 in the Sugarloaf neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Mateo is currently $3,256. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Mateo:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Country Club | Studio | $2,205 |
| 21 East 40th Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,295 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | Studio | $2,363 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | $2,425 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan A/A1: Studio | $2,650 |
| Shadow Cove | San Lucas | $3,202 |
| Sofi Belmont Hills | Studio | $3,331 |
| The Hayden | S1 | $3,476 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | $3,767 |
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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
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George Hall Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (370)
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Public School - Grades PK-8 (418)
9 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Mateo with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in San Mateo is at Country Club listed at $2,205.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Mateo is $3,256.
What is the largest available Studio San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 745 square feet unit starting from $3,987 at Station Park Green.
What is the average size for San Mateo Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in San Mateo is currently 528 sq ft.
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