Cheap Homes for Rent in Famous Ships Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $3,800 (14 Rentals)

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property at 1000 Stern Ln

$4,840

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Base Rent
$4,840
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$4,840

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Rentals

Available Jul 18, 2027

1000 Stern Ln

Foster CityCA94404

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Famous Ships, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Famous Ships Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Famous Ships area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at eaves Foster City priced from $2,668. Fosters Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,297. Here are the most affordable Famous Ships apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
eaves Foster CityS1Studio,1BA$2,668
Fosters LandingPlan 1A1BR,1BA$3,297
Sand Cove1x1DX - Mendocino1BR,1BA$3,432
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$3,764
Harbor Cove2x1-7802BR,1BA$3,963

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Famous Ships, CA

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Famous Ships area is the $6.21 price per square foot Plan L/W A Model at The Triton in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $7,126. The second greatest value Famous Ships apartment is the Plan 1A Model at Miramar starting at $3,764 with a $4.56 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Famous Ships apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The TritonPlan L/W A2BR,2.5BA$6.21
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.56
Harbor Cove2x1-7802BR,1BA$5.08
Sand Cove1x1DX - Mendocino1BR,1BA$4.82
The LagoonsPlan 1C1BR,1BA$5.89
Fosters LandingPlan 1A1BR,1BA$5.19
eaves Foster CityS1Studio ,1BA$4.72

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Famous Ships, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #15

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Famous Ships

What type of rentals are currently available in Famous Ships?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Famous Ships, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $8,461. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Famous Ships ranging from $3,800 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Famous Ships?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Famous Ships ranges from $3,800 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,417.

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