Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (18 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown San Mateo area of San Mateo that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
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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 | $2,970 | $2,245 | $3,445 |
| Downtown San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,935 | $2,715 | $4,839 |
| Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,021 | $3,100 | $5,873 |
| Downtown San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,581 | $4,753 | $6,469 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Metropolitan with prices starting from $4,055 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. West 5th scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $3,142. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan | 3.8/4 | North Central | $4,055 |
| West 5th | 3.8/4 | Baywood Aragon | $3,142 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | 3.4/4 | Downtown San Mateo | $3,450 |
| Ryan Tower | 3.4/4 | Baywood Aragon | $2,875 |
| 111 Elm St | 3.2/4 | North Central | $3,100 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown San Mateo
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown San Mateo of Downtown San Mateo is the Skyline Model at De Sabla Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $2,425. The second cheapest Downtown San Mateo Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bed unit at One Three Four Elm Apartments starting at $2,715. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | $2,425 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,715 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | $2,875 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | $2,970 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,100 |
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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 Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is at Ryan Tower listed at $2,875.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is $3,943.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Mateo is a 1,571 square feet unit starting from $3,142 at West 5th.
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