Furnished Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA Under $2,000 (1 Rental)
Apartments for rent in San Mateo, complete with furniture included - Beds, tables, chairs and more - Ready for move-in!
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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 | $2,887 | $1,980 | $4,388 |
San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,465 | $1,700 | $8,860 |
San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,458 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,551 | $3,779 | $10,000+ |
San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,456 | $6,870 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Mateo, CA
Ranked #73
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in San Mateo, CA
George Hall Elementary
Parkside Montessori
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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 Furnished San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Furnished apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Furnished Apartment in San Mateo is at 710 Laurel Ave listed at $2,660.
How much is the average rent for a Furnished San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Furnished Apartment in San Mateo is $3,118.
What is the largest Furnished San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Furnished apartment with the most square footage in San Mateo is a 1,224 square feet unit starting from $2,789 at CitySouth.
What is the average size for San Mateo Furnished Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Furnished rental in San Mateo is currently at 597 sq ft.
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