
Apartments for Rent in the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (643 Rentals) Page 4 of 13


146 N Delaware St

211 N Ellsworth Ave

119 Dartmouth Rd

71 9th Ave

215 N Ellsworth Ave

129-135 Dartmouth Rd

34-36 Fremont St

220 N San Mateo Dr

221 N Ellsworth Ave

115 N Fremont St

218 Ellsworth

25 9th Ave

West Third Avenue Apartments

606 S El Camino Real

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

612 S El Camino Real

Baywood Oaks

The Jack of Diamonds

29 N Grant St

709 S Eldorado St

232 S Humboldt St

512 S Grant St

907 E 5th Ave

717 S Eldorado St

131-133 N Fremont St

140 Dartmouth Rd

211 Elm St

706 S Fremont St

219 Elm

202 N Delaware St

146 Dartmouth Rd

234 Elm St

54 9th Ave

Royal Oaks

245-247 Ramona St

214 N Delaware St

125 S Humboldt St

236 N Claremont St

111 N Grant St

245 N Ellsworth Ave

924 E 4th Ave

934-936 S B St

Top of the Mounds

Baywood Condominiums

245 S Humboldt St

910-912 S Delaware St

920 Palm Ave

600 9th Ave

340 E Santa Inez Ave
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 | $3,305 | $2,150 | $3,967 |
| Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,268 | $2,575 | $5,349 |
| Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,907 | $3,385 | $6,900 |
| Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,767 | $3,275 | $7,500 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,793 | $3,285 | $5,780 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 643 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central San Mateo
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central San Mateo area of San Mateo, CA?
As of today, August 26, 2026, there are currently 643 available Central San Mateo apartments priced from $2,150 to $7,500, with an average monthly rent of $4,321.
How much are Studio apartments in Central San Mateo?
There are currently 304 Studio Apartments in Central San Mateo with rent ranges from $2,150 to $3,967 with an average price of $3,305.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central San Mateo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central San Mateo ranges from $2,575 to $5,349 with an average monthly rent of $4,268.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central San Mateo cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central San Mateo range from $3,385 to $6,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,907.
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