Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,200 (28 Rentals)
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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 | $2,745 | $2,695 | $2,795 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,048 | $3,495 | $4,900 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highlands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakview | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,205 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 207 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Hillside Gardens | Castle Peak | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2821 San Ardo Way | 2821 San Ardo Way | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.24 |
| Hillside Gardens | Castle Peak | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 207 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Oakview | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighlands, San Mateo, CA
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Highlands Elementary
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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.
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