
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (34 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown San Mateo area of San Mateo with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Casa Baywood

Metropolitan

The Peninsula Regent

La Casa Harmosa

134 North Ellsworth

Gramercy On the Park

200 N Delaware St
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Nazareth Terrace

Essex at Central Park

726 E 5th Ave

225 9th Ave

222 S Fremont St

Fremont Terrace

2 W 3rd Ave

71 9th Ave
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211 - 221 S Fremont St

The Towers

Royal Oaks

Versailles

Bay Laurel Condominiums

111 Saint Matthews Ave

58 N El Camino Real

Hillsborough Gateway
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Nazareth Place

Palm Court

West Third Avenue Apartments

Baywood Condominiums

230 W 5th Ave

Brickline Flats

737 2nd Ave

46 W 4th Ave
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630 S El Camino Real

Monterey Garden
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 | $2,923 | $2,215 | $3,397 |
| Downtown San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,861 | $2,715 | $4,639 |
| Downtown San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,919 | $3,150 | $5,668 |
| Downtown San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,394 | $4,422 | $6,476 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Mateo
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Mateo?
There are currently 125 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Mateo with rent ranges from $2,215 to $3,397 with an average price of $4,274.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown San Mateo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Mateo ranges from $2,715 to $4,639 with an average monthly rent of $3,861.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Mateo cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown San Mateo range from $3,150 to $5,668. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,919.
How expensive are Downtown San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 37 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Mateo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,422 to $6,476 - averaging $5,394 for the location.
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