
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (15 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Downtown San Mateo area of San Mateo as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


12 Months
Ryan Tower

6 Months, 12 Months
One Three Four Elm Apartments

1 Month
710 Laurel Ave

1 Month
65 W 5th Ave
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1 Month
710 Laurel Ave

1 Month
710 Laurel Ave
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1 Month
337 S Fremont St

1 Month
337 S Fremont St

1 Month
338 S Fremont St

1 Month
338 S Fremont St

1 Month
337 S Fremont St

1 Month
338 S Fremont St

1 Month
75 W 5th Ave

6 Months, 12 Months
116 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 |
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Downtown San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,821 | $2,400 | $3,247 |
Downtown San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,846 | $2,645 | $9,999 |
Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,838 | $3,100 | $5,828 |
Downtown San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,441 | $4,830 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #22
Among neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA 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 Short-term Downtown San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Downtown San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is at Ryan Tower listed at $2,525.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Downtown San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is $3,755.
What is the largest Short-term Downtown San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Mateo is a 1,425 square feet unit starting from $3,857 at Metropolitan.
Expert Rental Resources
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