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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (272 Rentals)
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De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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West 5th
85 W 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Azara San Mateo
1650 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Station Park Green
430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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Royal Pines
525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Casa Baywood
212 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Laurel Apartments
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Two Clark Drive Apartments
2 Clark DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,991 | $2,245 | $3,475 |
Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,731 | $1,900 | $7,649 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,648 | $2,700 | $6,381 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,412 | $4,533 | $6,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 272 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Largest Available Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at Station Park Green and is listed at 945 square feet priced from $3,787. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Park Green | Oak | 945 Sq Ft | $3,787 |
| Two50 Downtown | 1x1 875 sq ft | 875 Sq Ft | $4,145 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1A | 838 Sq Ft | $4,421 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 805 Sq Ft | $2,815 | |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 800 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 1xD (AVAIL 10/10/2025) | 777 Sq Ft | $3,295 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 773 Sq Ft | $4,035 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom | 691 Sq Ft | $2,976 |
| Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 2nd FLOOR | 660 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 634 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
Cheapest Available Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the 1 bed 1 Bath Model starting from $2,395 at 243 N. Ellsworth. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central San Mateo is currently $3,731. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| 243 N. Ellsworth | 1 bed 1 Bath | $2,395 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | $2,425 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,715 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | $2,750 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom | $2,976 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 1xD (AVAIL 10/10/2025) | $3,295 |
| Station Park Green | Walnut | $3,407 |
| Two50 Downtown | 1x1 830 sq ft | $3,995 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | $4,035 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1A | $4,421 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central San Mateo with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central San Mateo is at 243 N. Ellsworth listed at $2,395.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central San Mateo is $3,731.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central San Mateo is a 945 square feet unit starting from $3,787 at Station Park Green.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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