
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (92 Rentals)


De Sabla Apartments

Ryan Tower

West 5th

One Three Four Elm Apartments

Casa Baywood

Metropolitan

111 Elm St

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21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21

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338 S Fremont St

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222 S Fremont St

602 Cypress Ave

200 12th Ave

The Towers

558-560 S El Camino Real

Stradbally Court

27 S Idaho St
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123 S Claremont St

803 Laurel Ave

71 9th Ave

409 S Fremont St

48 A-D Ellsworth Ave

111 Saint Matthews Ave

409 S Idaho St

2 W 3rd Ave

721 S Idaho St
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501 S Fremont St

722 S Grant St

Versailles

603 E 5th Ave

514 S Eldorado St

907 9th Ave

612 S El Camino Real

706 S Fremont St

29 N San Mateo Dr
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58 N El Camino Real

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606 S Idaho St

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114 N El Camino Real

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,915 | $2,320 | $3,297 |
| Downtown San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,839 | $1,800 | $4,709 |
Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,943 | $3,150 | $6,051 |
| Downtown San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,176 | $4,173 | $6,643 |
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There are currently 92 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at Monterey Garden and is listed at 1,187 square feet priced from $4,389. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey Garden | 2x1 | 1,187 Sq Ft | $4,389 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2CR | 1,169 Sq Ft | $5,595 |
| Two50 Downtown | 2x1 1150-1250 sq ft | 1,150 Sq Ft | $5,095 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1,080 Sq Ft | $3,325 | |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | 955 Sq Ft | $3,342 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
| Ryan Tower | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 835 Sq Ft | $4,372 |
Cheapest Available Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the 2 bed 1 bath Model starting from $3,150 at 111 Elm St. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown San Mateo is currently $4,943. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,150 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | $3,342 |
| Ryan Tower | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | $4,372 |
| Monterey Garden | 2x1 | $4,389 |
| Two50 Downtown | 2x1 1150-1250 sq ft | $5,095 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2CR | $5,595 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown San Mateo with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown San Mateo is at 111 Elm St listed at $3,150.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is $4,943.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Mateo is a 1,187 square feet unit starting from $4,389 at Monterey Garden.
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