
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (11 Rentals)
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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 |
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Baywood Studio Apartments | $2,868 | $2,365 | $3,247 |
Baywood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,732 | $2,185 | $9,999 |
Baywood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,766 | $2,995 | $5,828 |
Baywood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,398 | $4,840 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 11 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 $2,365. Here are the most affordable Baywood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,365 |
De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baywood, CA
As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baywood area is the $3.76 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at West 5th in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,951. The second greatest value Baywood apartment is the Plan 2GR Model at Metropolitan starting at $5,492 with a $4.43 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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West 5th | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.76 |
Metropolitan | Plan 2GR | 2BR,2BA | $4.43 |
One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Den, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
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 |
Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.24 |
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 De Sabla Apartments listed at $2,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baywood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baywood Apartment is $2,295 at Royal Pines.
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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