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3500 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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212 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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East Hillsdale Apartments
348 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1950 Elkhorn CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1830 Gateway DrSan Mateo, CA 94404
710 Laurel Ave
San MateoCA94401
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,837 | $1,850 | $4,212 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,428 | $1,800 | $8,861 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,345 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,590 | $3,422 | $9,440 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,452 | $7,030 | $7,875 |
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San Mateo Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: November 09, 2025There are currently 29 available Studio apartment units in San Mateo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,850 to $3,598. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baywood Park | 13 | $2,896 | $1,850 |
| Baywood Aragon | 8 | $2,970 | $2,425 |
| North Central | 8 | $2,783 | $2,245 |
Largest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is found at 888 San Mateo Apartments in the Central San Mateo neighborhood and is 634 square feet priced from $2,895. Station Park Green in the Western Hills neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 590 square feet and currently listed start at $2,917. 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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| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 11/15/2025) | 634 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | 590 Sq Ft | $2,917 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | 567 Sq Ft | $2,323 |
| eaves Foster City | S1 | 565 Sq Ft | $2,583 |
| The Bower | Studio B | 557 Sq Ft | $3,947 |
| The Lark | Willow | 552 Sq Ft | $3,454 |
| The Lagoons | Plan STC 1 | 550 Sq Ft | $3,026 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | 550 Sq Ft | $3,145 |
| Shadow Cove | San Lucas | 550 Sq Ft | $2,631 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | Studio | 540 Sq Ft | $2,363 |
Cheapest Available San Mateo Studio Apartments
As of November 09, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Mateo, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,850 at Bonnie Brae Terrace, A 62+ Community in the Western Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable San Mateo Studio is the Studio Model at 3633 Colegrove Apartments starting at $1,945 in the Sugarloaf neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Mateo is currently $2,837. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Mateo:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Bonnie Brae Terrace, A 62+ Community | Studio | $1,850 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | $1,945 |
| Apartment in San Carlos Creek | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,040 |
| Oakview | STUDIO | $2,205 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | $2,245 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | $2,323 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | Studio | $2,363 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | $2,425 |
| Arlington | Studio 03 | $2,500 |
| Harbor Cove | STU-500 | $2,575 |
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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.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in San Mateo, CA
George Hall Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (387)
9 out of 10
Parkside Montessori
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (328)
7 out of 10
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Getting Around San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Bonnie Brae Terrace, A 62+ Community listed at $1,850.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Mateo is $2,837.
What is the largest available Studio San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 634 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at 888 San Mateo Apartments.
What is the average size for San Mateo Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in San Mateo is currently 499 sq ft.
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