
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Bays Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (56 Rentals)


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1823 El Parque Ct

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1829 El Parque Ct

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3120 Los Prados St

1524-1526 Lago St

504 E Hillsdale Ct

1840 El Parque Ct

1836 El Parque Ct

1815 El Parque Ct

1804 El Parque Ct

1807 El Parque Ct

1528 Lago St

2525 S Norfolk St
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1824 El Parque Ct

1525 Lago St

58 E 39th Ave

1823 El Parque Ct

1830 El Parque Ct

1850 El Parque Ct

508 E Hillsdale Ct

52 E 40th Ave

49 E 40th Ave

1841 El Parque Ct
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62 E 39th Ave

The Preston at Hillsdale

Del Lago Apartments

66 East Thirty-Ninth

32 East Fortieth

Lago Apartments

1801 El Parque Ct

72 E 39th Avenue

Harbor Cove

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Belmont Family Apartments

Lantern Cove

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950 E Hillsdale Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID2054

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900 E Hillsdale Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID585

1021-1031 Kedith St

420-422 Wessex Way

413 Cork Harbour Cir

840 Sea Spray LN

Isle Cove

409 Wessex Way
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Bays, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bays?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bays Studio Apartments | $2,976 | $2,095 | $3,475 |
| Bays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,385 | $2,698 | $3,930 |
Bays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,067 | $3,081 | $5,175 |
| Bays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,128 | $3,121 | $4,694 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bays Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Largest Available Bays 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Bays area of San Francisco, CA is found at The Preston at Hillsdale and is listed at 1,152 square feet priced from $4,879. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome | 1,152 Sq Ft | $4,879 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 2AR | 1,054 Sq Ft | $5,175 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 1,026 Sq Ft | $4,236 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x2-1020 | 1,020 Sq Ft | $4,490 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Harbor | 899 Sq Ft | $3,819 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 750 Sq Ft | $3,081 |
Cheapest Available Bays 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Bays of San Francisco, CA is the The Teresa Model starting from $3,081 at Bay Terrace. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Bays is currently $4,067. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | $3,081 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Harbor | $3,819 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | $4,236 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | $4,305 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome | $4,879 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 2AR | $5,175 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Bays Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Bays Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Bays is $4,067.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Bays Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bays is a 1,152 square feet unit starting from $4,879 at The Preston at Hillsdale.
What is the average size for Bays 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Bays is currently 925 sq ft.
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