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


Two50 Downtown

West 5th

Ambassador Apartments

Metropolitan

41 N Claremont St

Woodlake Condominiums

117 N Delaware St

514 S Eldorado St

128 Hobart Ave
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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

2 W 3rd Ave

48 A-D Ellsworth Ave

337 Highland Ave
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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

600 9th Ave

50-52 Hobart Ave

824-826 Highland Ave
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438 Grand Blvd

805 2nd Ave

211 Elm St

43 Hobart Ave

517 N San Mateo Dr

247 N Delaware St

222 S Fremont St

525-527 S Humboldt St

127 N Grant St

7 Seville Way
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907 E 5th Ave

616 N Claremont St

327 N Eldorado St

102 Barneson Ave

328-330 Tilton Ave

106-120 Tilton Ave

7 N Eldorado St

106 W 5th Ave

46 Barneson Ave

333 Grand Blvd
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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 | $3,268 | $2,150 | $3,895 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,154 | $2,575 | $5,349 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,675 | $3,385 | $6,895 |
Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,056 | $3,275 | $9,845 |
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
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at Two50 Downtown and is listed at 1,935 square feet priced from $9,845. 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 | 3x2 PH 1935 sq ft | 1,935 Sq Ft | $9,845 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 3AR | 1,425 Sq Ft | $7,508 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3A | 917 Sq Ft | $4,186 |
Cheapest Available Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit Central San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the Plan 3A Model starting from $4,186 at Colonial Garden Apartments. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Central San Mateo is currently $6,056. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3A | $4,186 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 3AR | $7,508 |
| Two50 Downtown | 3x2 PH 1935 sq ft | $9,845 |
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 Colonial Garden Apartments listed at $4,186.
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 $6,056.
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 1,935 square feet unit starting from $9,845 at Two50 Downtown.
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 1,294 sq ft.
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