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3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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East Hillsdale Apartments
348 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2021-2037 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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401 Bermuda DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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703 Catamaran StFoster City, CA 94404
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888 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Birds, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birds?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birds Studio Apartments | $2,896 | $1,875 | $3,980 |
| Birds 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $2,150 | $9,200 |
| Birds 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,658 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Birds 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,649 | $3,773 | $8,276 |
| Birds 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,410 | $5,410 | $5,410 |
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Cheapest Available Birds Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Birds area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Madison Place priced from $2,795. CitySouth has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,118. Here are the most affordable Birds apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3,118 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $3,357 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,369 |
| 2727 Edison | Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $3,408 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birds, CA
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Birds area is the $4.18 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at Miramar in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,707. The second greatest value Birds apartment is the Plan 2A Model at One Hundred Grand starting at $5,137 with a $4.51 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Birds apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miramar | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.51 |
| Marlin Cove Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath-The Marlin | 2BR,2BA | $4.65 |
| Waters Edge | Wake | 2BR,2BA | $4.34 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $4.46 |
| The Plaza | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.78 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 2 Bed C | 2BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birds Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Birds?
The cheapest apartment in Birds is Madison Place which is listed at $2,795, while the average apartment in Birds costs $3,890.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Birds?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Birds that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Birds?
Cheap apartments in Birds have an average cost of $203 which is $3,687 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Birds.
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