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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (306 Rentals)
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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Station Park Green
430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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Casa Baywood
212 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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 | $2,986 | $2,230 | $3,421 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,257 | $2,425 | $10,000+ |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,629 | $2,700 | $6,381 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,447 | $4,223 | $6,465 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 306 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at 888 San Mateo Apartments and is listed at 634 square feet priced from $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 11/15/2025) | 634 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | 590 Sq Ft | $2,879 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | 550 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $2,230 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $2,875 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | 410 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
Cheapest Available Central San Mateo Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,230 at Fourth Circle. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central San Mateo is currently $2,986. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Fourth Circle | Studio | $2,230 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | $2,425 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | $2,875 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | $2,879 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 11/15/2025) | $2,895 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | $2,945 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central San Mateo with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Central San Mateo is at Fourth Circle listed at $2,230.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Central San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central San Mateo is $2,986.
What is the largest available Studio Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central San Mateo is a 634 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at 888 San Mateo Apartments.
What is the average size for Central San Mateo Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Central San Mateo is currently 523 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.