
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Bays Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (49 Rentals)


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3329 Los Prados St

12 41st Ave

4120 - 4164 George Ave

532 E Hillsdale Ct

1532-1534 Lago St

78 E 39th Ave

1816 El Parque Ct

1835 El Parque Ct
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516 E Hillsdale Ct

12 W 40th Ave

89 E 39th Ave

Blossom Circle

1849 El Parque Ct

47 41st Ave

3 41st Ave

Marina Gardens

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52 41st Ave
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1855 El Parque Ct

65 West 40th

20 E 41st Pl

36 E 41st Pl

1570-1580 Lago St

Lago Apartments

524 E Hillsdale Ct

4 41st Ave

The Preston at Hillsdale

55 W 40th Ave
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77 East Thirty-Ninth

19 East 41st Place

32 East Fortieth

28 E 41st Pl

Eleven Forty-First

35 E 41st Pl

86 East Thirty-Ninth

82 E. 39th Avenue

48 West Fortieth

73 East Thirty-Ninth
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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 | $2,932 | $2,399 | $3,465 |
| Bays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $2,575 | $3,570 |
| Bays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,702 | $3,055 | $4,490 |
| Bays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,221 | $4,174 | $4,279 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 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 Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | 550 Sq Ft | $2,370 |
Cheapest Available Bays Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | $2,370 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBays, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #26
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Bays Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Studio Bays Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Bays is $2,932.
What is the largest available Studio Bays Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bays is a 550 square feet unit starting from $2,370 at The Preston at Hillsdale.
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