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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (28 Rentals)
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
42 Mission Dr
San MateoCA94402
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$2,830
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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24 Baytree Way, Unit APT 2
24 Baytree WaySan Mateo, CA 94402
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Ryan Tower
120 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$4,090
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID2069
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Laurel Apartments
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Metropolitan
338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
112 Madison Ave, Unit 109
112 Madison Ave
San MateoCA94402
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$4,350
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65 W 5th Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID499
65 W 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID435
337 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Gateway Apartments
438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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960 Palm
960 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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100 Dartmouth Rd
100 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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515 N El Camino Real
515 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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46 Madison Ave.
46 Madison AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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111 Elm St
111 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
153 N San Mateo Dr
San MateoCA94401
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Baywood, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baywood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baywood Studio Apartments | $2,883 | $2,350 | $3,445 |
| Baywood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,319 | $2,575 | $5,155 |
| Baywood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,619 | $3,225 | $6,595 |
| Baywood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,277 | $3,795 | $7,495 |
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Cheapest Available Baywood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baywood area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ambassador Apartments priced from $2,575. De Sabla Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,216. Here are the most affordable Baywood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Milagra | 1BR,1BA | $3,216 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,445 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $4,479 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baywood, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baywood area is the $5.63 price per square foot Plan 1AR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,722. The second greatest value Baywood apartment is the 1x1 Model at Ambassador Apartments starting at $2,575 with a $4.06 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baywood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $5.63 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Milagra | 1BR,1BA | $5.47 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.38 |
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