Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,200 (28 Rentals)

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Corte Bella
2 Bedroom Apartments

Corte Bella

274 W 20th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Glendora Gardens
Studio Apartments

Glendora Gardens

3245 Glendora DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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30-32 McAker Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

30-32 McAker Ct

30-32 McAker CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Palos Verdes Apt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palos Verdes Apt

1326 Palos Verdes DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1401 Cedarwood Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1401 Cedarwood Dr

1401 Cedarwood DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2015 Parrott Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2015 Parrott Dr

2015 Parrott DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Pacific Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Gardens

25 McAker CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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33 Lodato Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

33 Lodato Ave

33 Lodato AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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20 McAker
2 Bedroom Apartments

20 McAker

20 McAker CtSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Westwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westwood Apartments

1241 W Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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The Pines
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pines

1333 Palos Verdes DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Glendora Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glendora Apartments

1300 Overland DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Parkview Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Terrace

1501 W Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Highlands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highlands area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Oakview priced from $2,205. Crown Towers Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,695. Here are the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
OakviewSTUDIOStudio,1BA$2,205
Crown Towers Apartments2071BR,1BA$2,695
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$2,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, CA

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $4.24 price per square foot 2821 San Ardo Way Model at 2821 San Ardo Way in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the Castle Peak Model at Hillside Gardens starting at $2,700 with a $3.60 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2821 San Ardo Way2821 San Ardo Way2BR,1.5BA$4.24
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$3.60
Crown Towers Apartments2071BR,1BA$3.62
OakviewSTUDIOStudio ,1BA$4.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Highlands, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #35

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is starting from $3,495 at Oakview.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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