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

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Kiku Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th 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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245 7th Ave
Studio Apartments

245 7th Ave

245 7th 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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213 E 2nd Ave
Studio Apartments

213 E 2nd Ave

213 E 2nd AveSan 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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215 Seventh
Studio Apartments

215 Seventh

215 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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715 Laurel Ave
Studio Apartments

715 Laurel Ave

715 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Lesley Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lesley Towers

700 Laurel 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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550 1st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 1st Ave

550 1st AveSan 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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Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #25

Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA 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

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 41 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Mateo with rent ranges from $2,365 to $3,247 with an average price of $2,868.

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 $2,645 to $9,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,898.

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 $5,828. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,810.

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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A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.