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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (14 Rentals)
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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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Baywood, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Baywood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baywood Studio Apartments | $2,871 | $2,350 | $3,295 |
| Baywood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,722 | $2,395 | $9,999 |
| Baywood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,811 | $2,995 | $5,980 |
| Baywood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,178 | $4,755 | $6,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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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 $2,325. Fourth Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,350. 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 | $2,325 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,350 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,866 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baywood, CA
As of July 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baywood area is the $4.34 price per square foot Plan 2GR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,372. The second greatest value Baywood apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at 111 Elm St starting at $3,100 with a $3.44 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. |
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| Metropolitan | Plan 2GR | 2BR,2BA | $4.34 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 710 S Fremont St, Unit 3 | 710 S Fremont St | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.70 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.19 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio ,1BA | $5.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baywood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Baywood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Baywood is at Fourth Circle listed at $2,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baywood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baywood Apartment is $2,325 at Ambassador Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Baywood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Baywood is starting from $3,090 at One Three Four Elm Apartments.
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