
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (72 Rentals)


West 5th

Ambassador Apartments

Metropolitan

75 W 5th Ave

1000-1006 Tilton Ave

41 N Claremont St

Woodlake Condominiums

117 N Delaware St

514 S Eldorado St
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128 Hobart Ave

48-50 N Idaho St

216 Grand Blvd

125 S Humboldt St

218 Ellsworth

820-822 Jefferson Ct

920 Palm Ave

115 N Fremont St

337 Highland Ave

2 W 3rd Ave
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48 A-D Ellsworth Ave

409 S Fremont St

409 S Idaho St

517-519 E Santa Inez Ave

Poplar Arms Apartments

934-936 S B St

140 N Kingston St

160 N Claremont St

247 N Delaware St

824-826 Highland Ave
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525-527 S Humboldt St

127 N Grant St

7 Seville Way

438 Grand Blvd

805 2nd Ave

517 N San Mateo Dr

211 Elm St

600 9th Ave

50-52 Hobart Ave

43 Hobart Ave
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113 N Delaware St

617-619 S Norfolk St

7 N Eldorado St

117 N Eldorado St

106 W 5th Ave

333 Grand Blvd

328-330 Tilton Ave

606 E Santa Inez Ave

212 & 216 Villa Terrace

46 Barneson 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 | $2,824 | $2,095 | $3,295 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,839 | $1,800 | $5,549 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,952 | $2,857 | $7,460 |
Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,975 | $3,795 | $6,682 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 72 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 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom Large | 1,571 Sq Ft | $4,203 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 1,145 Sq Ft | $3,795 |
Cheapest Available Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | $3,795 |
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom Large | $4,203 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central San Mateo with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Central San Mateo is at Ambassador Apartments listed at $3,795.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Central San Mateo is $4,975.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central San Mateo is a 1,571 square feet unit starting from $4,203 at West 5th.
What is the average size for Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Central San Mateo is currently 1,293 sq ft.
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