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Station Park Green
430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)
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250 N Delaware St, Unit B, Unit B
250 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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Casa Baywood
212 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
205 Monte Diablo Ave
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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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816 Highland Ave
816 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Gateway Apartments
438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Shore Garden Apartments
505-565 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Royal Apartments
651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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 |
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| Central San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,928 | $2,150 | $3,567 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,710 | $2,000 | $4,982 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,313 | $1,496 | $7,370 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,994 | $3,375 | $7,039 |
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Cheapest Available Central San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Station Park Green priced from $1,496. Country Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Central San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Station Park Green | Redwood | 2BR,2BA | $1,496 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,437 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,715 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Mateo, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central San Mateo area is the $3.31 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Central San Mateo apartment is the 2 Bedroom B Model at West 5th starting at $3,552 with a $3.69 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1GR | 1BR,1BA | $5.51 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Fioli | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.25 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | Studio ,1BA | $5.12 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central San Mateo is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment is $2,437 at Colonial Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central San Mateo is starting from $3,557 at West 5th.
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