Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baywood Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (11 Rentals)

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Brickline Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Elm St

116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

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

227 Elm St

227 Elm 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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Gateway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

Baywood, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ambassador Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,325
Fourth CircleStudioStudio,1BA$2,365
De Sabla ApartmentsSkylineStudio,1BA$2,400
Park Laurel ApartmentsFully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/DryerStudio,1BA$2,800
Two50 DowntownStudio 480 sq ftStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
West 5th3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$3.76
MetropolitanPlan 2GR2BR,2BA$4.43
One Three Four Elm Apartments1 Bed, 1 Den, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.58
111 Elm St2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.44
710 S Fremont St, Unit 3710 S Fremont St1BR,1BA$3.75
Royal Pines1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.06
Ambassador Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.67
Park Laurel ApartmentsFully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/DryerStudio ,1BA$4.67
Two50 DowntownStudio 480 sq ftStudio ,1BA$6.24
De Sabla ApartmentsSkylineStudio ,1BA$5.85

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Baywood, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #24

Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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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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