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Azara San Mateo
1650 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Metropolitan
338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Place at San Mateo
1101-1101 Park PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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$3,047 - $5,177Studio to 3 Bedroom 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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2727 Edison
2727 Edison StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Royal Pines
525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Lakeshore Landing
2717 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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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 Top Rated Studio Apartments | $2,813 | $1,750 | $4,252 |
| San Mateo Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,384 | $2,195 | $7,772 |
| San Mateo Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,390 | $2,494 | $8,347 |
| San Mateo Top Rated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,445 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo Top Rated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,856 | $7,070 | $10,000+ |
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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
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- 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 San Mateo
How much are Studio apartments in San Mateo?
There are currently 176 Studio Apartments in San Mateo with rent ranges from $1,750 to $4,252 with an average price of $4,977.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Mateo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Mateo ranges from $2,195 to $7,772 with an average monthly rent of $3,384.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Mateo range from $2,494 to $8,347. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,390.
How expensive are San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 191 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Mateo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,295 to $10,000 - averaging $5,445 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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