
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (73 Rentals)


Two50 Downtown

West 5th

Ambassador Apartments

Metropolitan

126 Dartmouth Rd

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

43 Hobart Ave

247 N Delaware St
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824-826 Highland Ave

438 Grand Blvd

805 2nd Ave

517 N San Mateo Dr

211 Elm St

600 9th Ave

50-52 Hobart Ave

907 E 5th Ave

327 N Eldorado St

102 Barneson Ave
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328-330 Tilton Ave

106-120 Tilton Ave

606 E Santa Inez Ave

212 & 216 Villa Terrace

46 Barneson Ave

815 E 5th Ave

525-527 S Humboldt St

127 N Grant St

7 Seville Way

222 S Fremont St
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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 | $2,892 | $2,150 | $3,495 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,955 | $2,495 | $5,320 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,443 | $2,960 | $7,200 |
Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,535 | $3,795 | $7,495 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 73 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 1,920 square feet priced from $7,495. 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 1920 sq ft | 1,920 Sq Ft | $7,495 |
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom | 1,318 Sq Ft | $4,740 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 1,145 Sq Ft | $3,275 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3B | 917 Sq Ft | $4,459 |
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 3x2 Model starting from $3,275 at Ambassador Apartments. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Central San Mateo is currently $5,535. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | $3,275 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3B | $4,459 |
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom | $4,740 |
| Two50 Downtown | 3x2 1920 sq ft | $7,495 |
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 $3,275.
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 $5,535.
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 1,920 square feet unit starting from $7,495 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 1,361 sq ft.
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