Top Rated Studio Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (39 Rentals)

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Brickline Flats
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Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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MODE Apartments
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MODE Apartments

2089 Pacific BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Sterling Court
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Sterling Court

850 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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The Lark
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The Lark

1950 Elkhorn CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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237 Elm
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237 Elm

237 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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46 W 4th Ave
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46 W 4th Ave

46 W 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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418 Grand Blvd
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418 Grand Blvd

418 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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19 East 41st Place
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19 East 41st Place

19 E 41st PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Hi View Apartments
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Hi View Apartments

1190 W Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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321 Monte Diablo Ave
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321 Monte Diablo Ave

321 Monte Diablo AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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726 E 5th Ave
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726 E 5th Ave

726 E 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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200 N Delaware St
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200 N Delaware St

200 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Sofi Belmont Hills
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Sofi Belmont Hills

2515 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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31 Highland Ave
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31 Highland Ave

31 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Lu Jean
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Lu Jean

1427 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010
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626-648 Walnut St
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626-648 Walnut St

626-648 Walnut StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1211 Bellevue Ave
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1211 Bellevue Ave

1211 Bellevue AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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1137 El Camino Real
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1137 El Camino Real

1137 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010
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1617 Sixth Ave
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1617 Sixth Ave

1617 Sixth AveBelmont, CA 94002
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1450 Carmelita Ave
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1450 Carmelita Ave

1450 Carmelita AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Isle Cove
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Isle Cove

846 Juno LnFoster City, CA 94404
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1220 El Camino Real
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1220 El Camino Real

1220 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010
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1000 South Belmont
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1000 South Belmont

1000 South RdBelmont, CA 94002
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400 Laurel St
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400 Laurel St

400 Laurel StSan Carlos, CA 94070
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1200 Carmelita Ave
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1200 Carmelita Ave

1200 Carmelita AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Terrace Apartments
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Terrace Apartments

1411 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010
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San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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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

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 listed at $1,750.

How much is the average rent for a Studio San Mateo Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Mateo is $2,786.

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 $3,297 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 510 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.