
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (33 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Central San Mateo area of San Mateo that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Ryan Tower

West 5th

Country Club

Azara San Mateo

888 San Mateo Apartments

Metropolitan

Station Park Green
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Park Laurel Apartments

337 S Fremont St, Unit PL FL2-ID435

338 S Fremont St, Unit GO FL2-ID517

710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID2069

710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148

1650 S Delaware St, Unit SI FL2-ID1044

338 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL3-ID1249

337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL4-ID1123
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65 W 5th Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID499

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Kiku Crossing

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Park Royal Apartments

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111 Elm St
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Kingswood

Monterey Garden

Royal Garden Apartments

Station 401 @ Poplar

131 Elm St

920 Bayswater Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1957

920 Bayswater Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1155
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920 Bayswater Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1056
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 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly Central San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is 888 San Mateo Apartments with prices starting from $2,750 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Azara San Mateo scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $4,055. Here are the most Pet Friendly Central San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 4/4 | North Central | $2,750 |
| Azara San Mateo | 3.6/4 | Hayward Park | $4,055 |
| Metropolitan | 3.4/4 | North Central | $4,168 |
| West 5th | 3.4/4 | Baywood Aragon | $3,723 |
| Country Club | 3.2/4 | Shoreview | $2,095 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | 3.2/4 | Downtown San Mateo | $2,850 |
| Ryan Tower | 3/4 | Baywood Aragon | $2,675 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Central San Mateo
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Central San Mateo of Central San Mateo is the Studio Model at Country Club, which is a Studio unit starting from $2,095. The second cheapest Central San Mateo Pet Friendly apartment is the Plan 1 1 Bed unit at Colonial Garden Apartments starting at $2,594. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Central San Mateo apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | $2,095 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | $2,594 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (A) AVAIL 07/14 +08/10/2026 | $2,750 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | $2,850 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | $3,117 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | $3,275 |
| Ryan Tower | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | $3,983 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | $4,055 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1A | $4,214 |
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom | $4,740 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Central San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Central San Mateo is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Central San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Central San Mateo is $3,976.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Central San Mateo is a 1,490 square feet unit starting from $3,723 at West 5th.
What is the average size for Central San Mateo Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Central San Mateo is currently at 613 sq ft.
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