Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (188 Rentals)

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41 N Claremont St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

41 N Claremont St

41 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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La Casa Harmosa
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Casa Harmosa

110 W 3Rd AVESan Mateo, CA 94402
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85 Tilton Ave
Studio Apartments

85 Tilton Ave

85 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Stradbally Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stradbally Court

216-226 6th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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603 E 5th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

603 E 5th Ave

603 E 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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The Stratford
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Stratford

601 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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200 N Delaware St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

200 N Delaware St

200 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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235 7th Ave
Studio Apartments

235 7th Ave

235 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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514 S Eldorado St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

514 S Eldorado St

514 S Eldorado StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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207 7th Ave
Studio Apartments

207 7th Ave

207 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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218 7th Ave
Studio Apartments

218 7th Ave

218 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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123 S Claremont St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

123 S Claremont St

123 S Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401

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200 7th Ave
Studio Apartments

200 7th Ave

200 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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123 N Delaware St
1 Bedroom Apartments

123 N Delaware St

123 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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726 E 5th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

726 E 5th Ave

726 E 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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803 Laurel Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

803 Laurel Ave

803 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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225 9th Ave
Studio Apartments

225 9th Ave

225 9th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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222 S Fremont St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

222 S Fremont St

222 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #27

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Mateo

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Mateo?

There are currently 123 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Mateo with rent ranges from $2,215 to $3,573 with an average price of $2,963.

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 $2,715 to $4,839 with an average monthly rent of $3,861.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Mateo cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown San Mateo range from $3,100 to $5,873. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,861.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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.