Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baywood Aragon Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (52 Rentals)

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41 N Claremont St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

41 N Claremont St

41 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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2 W 3rd Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2 W 3rd Ave

2 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Versailles
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Versailles

10 Crystal Springs RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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18 Hayward Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18 Hayward Ave

18 Hayward AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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222 S Fremont St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

222 S Fremont St

222 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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6 Avila Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6 Avila Rd

6 Avila RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Fremont Terrace
Studio Apartments

Fremont Terrace

200 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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The Stratford
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Stratford

601 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
Senior Living

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71 9th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

71 9th Ave

71 9th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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42 Hayward Ave
Studio Apartments

42 Hayward Ave

42 Hayward AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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54 9th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

54 9th Ave

54 9th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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El Colorado
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Colorado

35-45 W 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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103-109 Dartmouth Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

103-109 Dartmouth Rd

103-109 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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8 Seville Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

8 Seville Way

8 Seville WaySan Mateo, CA 94402
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105 Hobart Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

105 Hobart Ave

105 Hobart AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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234 Elm St
Studio Apartments

234 Elm St

234 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401

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43 Hobart Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

43 Hobart Ave

43 Hobart AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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77 N Ellsworth Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

77 N Ellsworth Ave

77 N Ellsworth AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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811 Laurel Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

811 Laurel Ave

811 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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106-120 Tilton Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

106-120 Tilton Ave

106-120 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

227 Elm St

227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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46 Madison Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

46 Madison Ave.

46 Madison AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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100 Dartmouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 Dartmouth Rd

100 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402

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Monterey Garden
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Garden

150 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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134 Hobart Ave
Studio Apartments

134 Hobart Ave

134 Hobart AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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The Gardens
Studio Apartments

The Gardens

44 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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245 7th Ave
Studio Apartments

245 7th Ave

245 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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630 S El Camino Real
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

630 S El Camino Real

630 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Lesley Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lesley Towers

700 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
Senior Living
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131 Elm St
Studio Apartments

131 Elm St

131 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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737 2nd Ave
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

737 2nd Ave

737 2nd AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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550 1st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 1st Ave

550 1st AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Baywood Aragon, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Baywood Aragon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baywood Aragon area of San Mateo, CA is a Studio unit found at De Sabla Apartments priced from $2,425. Ambassador Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Baywood Aragon apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
De Sabla ApartmentsSkylineStudio,1BA$2,425
Ambassador Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,450
One Three Four Elm Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,715
Ryan TowerStudioStudio,1BA$2,875
Two50 DowntownStudio 480 sq ftStudio,1BA$2,970
111 Elm St2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$3,100
West 5th3 Bedroom Large3BR,2BA$4,463
Monterey Garden2x12BR,1BA$4,724

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baywood Aragon, CA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baywood Aragon area is the $2.84 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Large Model at West 5th in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,463. The second greatest value Baywood Aragon apartment is the 2x1 Model at Monterey Garden starting at $4,724 with a $3.98 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baywood Aragon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
West 5th3 Bedroom Large3BR,2BA$2.84
Monterey Garden2x12BR,1BA$3.98
111 Elm St2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.44
One Three Four Elm Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.53
Ambassador Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.86
Two50 DowntownStudio 540 sq ftStudio ,1BA$6.29
Ryan TowerStudioStudio ,1BA$6.39
De Sabla ApartmentsSkylineStudio ,1BA$5.91

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Baywood Aragon, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #32

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Baywood Aragon Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baywood Aragon Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Baywood Aragon?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baywood Aragon is under $4,724.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baywood Aragon?

The cheapest apartment in Baywood Aragon is Ambassador Apartments which is listed at $2,450, while the average apartment in Baywood Aragon costs $4,686.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baywood Aragon?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Baywood Aragon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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