604 7th Ave
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Cheap Homes for Rent in East San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,500 (10 Rentals)
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935 S Eldorado St
San MateoCA94402
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$3,5602 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 7
2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy
2201 Bridgepointe PkwySan Mateo, CA 94404
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$4,0302 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 30, 2027
2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy
2201 Bridgepointe PkwySan Mateo, CA 94404
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East San Mateo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,750 | $4,750 | $4,750 |
| East San Mateo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,044 | $5,388 | $6,700 |
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There are currently 10 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 Studio unit found at Fourth Circle priced from $2,320. Bridgepointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,272. Here are the most affordable East San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,320 |
| Bridgepointe | IICA | 1BR,1BA | $3,272 |
| Station Park Green | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $3,429 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East San Mateo, CA
As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the East San Mateo area is the $4.33 price per square foot Plan 2GR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,368. The second greatest value East San Mateo apartment is the 1x1 1A Model at Azara San Mateo starting at $3,975 with a $5.14 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 | $4.33 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.14 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $4.98 |
| Bridgepointe | IICA | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.64 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in East San Mateo?
There are currently 166 Apartments for Rent in East San Mateo, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $7,080. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East San Mateo ranging from $2,500 to $6,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East San Mateo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East San Mateo ranges from $2,500 to $6,700 with an average monthly rent of $4,506.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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