
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (190 Rentals)


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Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Mateo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,986 | $2,320 | $3,395 |
Downtown San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,806 | $1,800 | $4,565 |
Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,919 | $3,100 | $5,824 |
Downtown San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,141 | $4,555 | $6,313 |
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There are currently 190 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #28
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Mateo
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Mateo?
There are currently 37 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Mateo with rent ranges from $2,320 to $3,395 with an average price of $2,986.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown San Mateo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Mateo ranges from $1,800 to $4,565 with an average monthly rent of $3,806.
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