
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (16 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown San Mateo area of San Mateo that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


West 5th

Metropolitan

Park Laurel Apartments

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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID435
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID2069

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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148

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338 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL3-ID1249

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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL4-ID1123

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338 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID517
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65 W 5th Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID499

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111 Elm St

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131 Elm St
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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 | $2,883 | $2,350 | $3,445 |
| Downtown San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,437 | $3,100 | $5,155 |
| Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,728 | $3,350 | $6,595 |
| Downtown San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,613 | $5,137 | $7,495 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 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 West 5th with prices starting from $5,137 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.6 of 4. Metropolitan scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $4,296. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 5th | 3.6/4 | Baywood Aragon | $5,137 |
| Metropolitan | 3.6/4 | North Central | $4,296 |
| Ryan Tower | 3.2/4 | Baywood Aragon | $3,172 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | 3/4 | Downtown San Mateo | $4,200 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown San Mateo
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | $3,445 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | $4,722 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown San Mateo Apartments
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 $4,530.
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