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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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$4,085 - $8,157Pet Friendly
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Azara San Mateo
1650 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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$2,699 - $5,079Pet Friendly
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Station Park Green
430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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75 W 5th Ave
San MateoCA94402
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337 S Fremont St
San MateoCA94401
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439 Claremont
439 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Gateway Apartments
438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Sterling Court
850 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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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 | $2,900 | $2,215 | $3,397 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $2,450 | $4,739 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,712 | $2,700 | $7,980 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,178 | $3,795 | $10,000+ |
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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 $2,895 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. West 5th scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,711. Here are the most Pet Friendly Central San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 4/4 | North Central | $2,895 |
| West 5th | 3.8/4 | Baywood Aragon | $2,711 |
| Azara San Mateo | 3.8/4 | Hayward Park | $4,085 |
| Metropolitan | 3.8/4 | North Central | $3,880 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | 3.4/4 | Downtown San Mateo | $3,450 |
| Ryan Tower | 3.4/4 | Baywood Aragon | $2,599 |
| 111 Elm St | 3.2/4 | North Central | $3,150 |
| Royal Pines | 3/4 | North Central | $2,450 |
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 1x1 Model at Ambassador Apartments, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $2,450. The second cheapest Central San Mateo Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath 1 Bed unit at Royal Pines starting at $2,450. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Central San Mateo apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | $2,450 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,450 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | $2,599 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | $2,603 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom Large | $2,882 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 01/10/2026 | $2,895 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,150 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated 1 Bed/1 Bath | $3,450 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | $4,085 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | $4,276 |
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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 Ryan Tower listed at $2,599.
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 $3,947.
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 1,571 square feet unit starting from $2,711 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 659 sq ft.
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