
Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (69 Rentals)


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Oakview

3208 Countryside Dr

3224 Palos Verdes Ct

3023 Beverly St

2016 Fairmont Dr

3322 Shasta Dr

55 Glengarry Way

3817 Naughton Ave
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15 Anson Rd

1919 Alameda de las Pulgas

2015 Parrott Dr

2045-2047 Fairmont Dr

31 Tower Rd

1687 Bayridge Way

1685 Bayridge Way

3401 Csm Dr

3408-3410 Glendora Dr

1401 Cedarwood Dr
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3458 Glendora Dr

1401 Cherrywood Dr

1340 Palos Verdes Dr

1332 Palos Verdes Dr

3327-3329 Glendora Dr

3311 Glendora Dr

Palos Verdes Apt

3301 Glendora Dr

1321 Palos Verdes Dr

1315 Palos Verdes Dr
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1301 Palos Verdes Dr

1308 Palos Verdes Dr

Glendora Gardens

3319 Shasta Dr

Rivertree Condominiums

3254-3256 Countryside Dr

3235 Glendora Dr

3236-3238 Countryside Dr

1225 W Hillsdale Blvd

1217 W Hillsdale Blvd
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3206 Countryside Dr

1209 W Hillsdale Blvd

1111 W Hillsdale Blvd

Hi View Apartments

10 Scenic Way

2111 Isabelle Ave

304 22nd Ave

216-218 23rd Ave

226 23rd Ave

Corte Bella
Highlands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,205 | $2,205 | $2,205 |
| Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $2,595 | $2,595 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,877 | $3,275 | $4,295 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighlands, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #37
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Highlands, San Mateo, CA
Highlands Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Highlands range from $3,275 to $4,295. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,877.
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