
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (306 Rentals)


Two50 Downtown

De Sabla Apartments

Metropolitan

Ryan Tower

West 5th

One Three Four Elm Apartments

Ambassador Apartments

Azara San Mateo

Station Park Green
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Royal Pines

Casa Baywood

888 San Mateo Apartments

515 N El Camino Real

111 Elm St

603 Woodside Way, Unit 2

21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21

337 S Fremont St

5 W Bellevue Ave

338 S Fremont St
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710 Laurel Ave

1225 Beacon Ave

415 Rogell Ct

1509 South Claremont

422 East Sixteenth

Woodlake Condominiums

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

803 E 4th Ave

12 N Idaho St

119 E Poplar Ave
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46 Barneson Ave

112 N Claremont St

21 N Humboldt St

224-228 E Poplar Ave

1411 S B St

855 N Delaware St

317 Elm St

283 Lindbergh St

1534 S Delaware

312 Catalpa St
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20 W 5th Ave

1321 S B St

Ramona Street Apartments

616 N Claremont St

404 N Bayshore Fwy

527 N Amphlett

Top of the Mounds

146 Dartmouth Rd

145 N Kingston St

429 E Bellevue Ave
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Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,953 | $2,215 | $3,397 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,781 | $2,450 | $8,010 |
Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,681 | $2,700 | $6,410 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,261 | $3,795 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 306 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at Two50 Downtown and is listed at 1,340 square feet priced from $5,245. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two50 Downtown | 2x2 1340-1370 sq ft | 1,340 Sq Ft | $5,245 |
| Monterey Garden | 2x1 | 1,187 Sq Ft | $4,689 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2C | 1,169 Sq Ft | $4,942 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 2xK (AVAIL 02/14/2026) | 1,158 Sq Ft | $3,895 |
| Azara San Mateo | 2x2 2G | 1,083 Sq Ft | $4,966 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1,080 Sq Ft | $3,325 | |
| 515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 978 Sq Ft | $3,225 |
Cheapest Available Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Central San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model starting from $2,995 at 515 N El Camino Real. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Central San Mateo is currently $4,681. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,995 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 2 | $3,034 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,150 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | $3,225 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | $3,302 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 2xL (AVAIL 02/14/2026) | $3,795 |
| Monterey Garden | 2x1 | $4,689 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2C | $4,942 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central San Mateo with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Central San Mateo is at 515 N El Camino Real listed at $2,995.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Central San Mateo is $4,681.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central San Mateo is a 1,340 square feet unit starting from $5,245 at Two50 Downtown.
What is the average size for Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Central San Mateo is currently 1,139 sq ft.
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