Cheap Homes for Rent in Boats Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (18 Rentals)

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2977 S Norfolk St

San MateoCA94403
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2425 S Norfolk St

San MateoCA94403
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686 Port Dr, Unit 1

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Boats, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Boats Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Boats area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Madison Place priced from $2,450. eaves Foster City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,696. Here are the most affordable Boats apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,450
eaves Foster CityA11BR,1BA$2,696
Laurel Crossing Apartment HomesJuniper Premier 21BR,1BA$2,819
Shadow CoveBaja1BR,1BA$2,969
Bridgepointe11CB1BR,1BA$2,993

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boats, CA

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boats area is the $3.54 price per square foot Plan G Model at Fosters Landing in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $3,889. The second greatest value Boats apartment is the Cedarwood Model at Lantern Cove starting at $3,745 with a $3.59 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boats apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fosters LandingPlan G2BR,2BA$3.54
Lantern CoveCedarwood2BR,2BA$3.59
The PlazaPlan 2B2BR,2BA$3.90
CitySouthBalboa (B2C)2BR,2BA$4.12
Lakeshore LandingLanding - A2BR,2BA$3.81
Waters EdgeBreakwater1BR,1BA$4.44
Bridgepointe11CB1BR,1BA$3.59
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.63
PescaderoPlan A1BR,1BA$4.42
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Boats, San Mateo, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Boats

What type of rentals are currently available in Boats?

There are currently 232 Apartments for Rent in Boats, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $19,020. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boats ranging from $1,700 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Boats?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Boats ranges from $1,700 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,686.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Boats?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Boats range from $3,761 to $5,979, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,495 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,070.

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