
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (85 Rentals)


De Sabla Apartments

Ryan Tower

Casa Baywood

Fourth Circle

Park Laurel Apartments

710 Laurel Ave

The Peninsula Regent

85 Tilton Ave

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Saratoga Apartments

151 N Ellsworth Ave

42 Hayward Ave

Fremont Terrace

200 N Delaware St

211 - 221 S Fremont St

11 S Delaware St

232 S Humboldt St

807-811 Laurel Ave

606 S El Camino Real
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924 E 4th Ave

709 S Eldorado St

Mateo Garden Apartments

311-315 S Claremont St

Essex at Central Park

216 Tilton Ave

911-913 9th Ave

235 7th Ave

200 7th Ave

207 7th Ave
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The Jack of Diamonds

615 S Eldorado St

417 S Idaho St

25 9th Ave

606 S Fremont St

611 S Eldorado St

602 S Eldorado St

29 N San Mateo Dr

726 E 5th Ave

106-120 Tilton Ave
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218 7th Ave

1104 7th Ave

808 Laurel Ave

512 S Grant St

23 N Ellsworth Ave

312 Catalpa St

245 S Humboldt St

815 E 4th Ave

40-42 W 5th Ave

121 Tilton Ave
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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 85 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at Two50 Downtown and is listed at 540 square feet priced from $3,245. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | 540 Sq Ft | $3,245 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | 500 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $2,499 |
Cheapest Available Downtown San Mateo Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,499 at Ryan Tower. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown San Mateo is currently $2,915. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ryan Tower | Studio | $2,499 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | $2,800 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | $2,995 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown San Mateo with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown San Mateo is at Ryan Tower listed at $2,499.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown San Mateo is $2,915.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Mateo is a 540 square feet unit starting from $3,245 at Two50 Downtown.
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