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1987 Bridgepointe PkySan Mateo, CA 94404
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1650 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94402
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430 Station Park Cir S100San Mateo, CA 94402
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East San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,704 | $2,400 | $3,009 |
| East San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,776 | $2,900 | $4,682 |
| East San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,133 | $3,990 | $6,407 |
| East San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,711 | $5,199 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available East San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bridgepointe priced from $3,085. Station Park Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,417. Here are the most affordable East San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3,085 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $3,417 |
| Azara San Mateo | 2x2 2A | 2BR,2BA | $5,147 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2GR | 2BR,2BA | $5,492 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East San Mateo, CA
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the East San Mateo area is the $4.43 price per square foot Plan 2GR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,492. The second greatest value East San Mateo apartment is the 2x2 2A Model at Azara San Mateo starting at $5,147 with a $4.77 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan | Plan 2GR | 2BR,2BA | $4.43 |
| Azara San Mateo | 2x2 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.77 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $4.73 |
| Bridgepointe | IICA | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East San Mateo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East San Mateo Apartment is $3,107 at Bridgepointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East San Mateo is starting from $4,567 at Station Park Green.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.