
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,745 (10 Rentals)
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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 | $3,238 | $2,425 | $3,895 |
| Baywood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,403 | $2,575 | $5,349 |
| Baywood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,975 | $3,385 | $6,900 |
| Baywood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,830 | $3,275 | $7,427 |
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There are currently 10 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 Studio unit found at Fourth Circle priced from $2,425. West 5th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,281. Here are the most affordable Baywood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,425 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,281 |
| RYAN TOWER | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baywood, CA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baywood area is the $4.92 price per square foot Plan 3AR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $7,012. The second greatest value Baywood apartment is the Fully Updated 2Bed/1Bath Model at Park Laurel Apartments starting at $4,200 with a $4.67 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 3AR | 3BR,2BA | $4.92 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Updated 2Bed/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.67 |
| RYAN TOWER | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.21 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Brickline Flats | Plan 1F | 1BR,1BA | $9.01 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $7.21 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.85 |
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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 $2,425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Baywood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Baywood Apartment is $3,281 at West 5th.
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