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$3,000 - $3,809Studio Apartments Available Sep 16
De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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$2,642 - $2,648
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Hillsdale Garden
3500 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Ryan Tower
120 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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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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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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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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1830 Gateway DrSan Mateo, CA 94404
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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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Katherine Court
419 Turner TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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606 S El Camino Real
606 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94402
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600 19th Ave
600 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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The Jack of Diamonds
906 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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20 E 41st Pl
20 E 41st PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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25 Lorton Ave
25 Lorton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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70 N Bayshore Blvd
70 N Bayshore BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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120 23rd Ave
120 23rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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432 Studio Cor
432 Studio CorSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1481 Beacon Ave
1481 Beacon AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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40 Twenty-Sixth
40 26th PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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715 N Claremont St
715 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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512 S Grant St
512 S Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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511 El Camino Real
511 El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1039 N Idaho St
1039 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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304 N Claremont St
304 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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401 Rogell Ct
401 Rogell CtSan Mateo, CA 94401
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707 N Amphlett Blvd
707 N Amphlett BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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602 S Eldorado St
602 S Eldorado StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1770 S Grant St
1770 S Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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400 N Bayshore Fwy
400 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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Glendora Gardens
3245 Glendora DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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510 N El Camino Real
510 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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412 Studio Cor
412 Studio CorSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1219 2nd Ave
1219 2nd AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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423 Studio Cir
423 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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2323 Flores St
2323 Flores StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1110 Haddon Dr
1110 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1401-1403 Cary Ave
1401-1403 Cary AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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412 N Bayshore Fwy
412 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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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 | $3,180 | $1,875 | $4,007 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,797 | $2,150 | $8,542 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,913 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,823 | $3,121 | $9,396 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,660 | $5,660 | $5,660 |
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San Mateo Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 21, 2026There are currently 7 available Studio apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,150 to $3,895. 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 | 4 | $2,675 | $2,150 |
| Baywood Aragon | 2 | $3,447 | $2,860 |
| Baywood Park | 1 | $3,000 | $2,250 |
Largest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at Artisan Crossing in the Belmont neighborhood and is 600 square feet priced from $3,892. Two50 Downtown in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 550 square feet and currently listed start at $3,895. 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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| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $3,892 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | 550 Sq Ft | $3,895 |
| Sofi Belmont Hills | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $3,177 |
| Country Club | Studio | 350 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
Cheapest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments
As of July 21, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,095 at Country Club in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo Studio is the Studio Model at Sofi Belmont Hills starting at $3,177 in the Belmont neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Mateo is currently $3,180. 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 | $2,095 |
| Sofi Belmont Hills | Studio | $3,177 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | $3,892 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | $3,895 |
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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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George Hall Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (370)
8 out of 10
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San Mateo-Foster City School District
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 $2,095.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Mateo is $3,180.
What is the largest available Studio San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 600 square feet unit starting from $3,892 at Artisan Crossing.
What is the average size for San Mateo Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in San Mateo is currently 500 sq ft.
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