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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,710 | $3,200 | $5,995 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,045 | $4,460 | $8,000 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,242 | $5,595 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,249 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Mateo, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/17/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Mateo, CA area range in price from $2,150 to $7,267 with an overall median price of $4,181. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Mateo Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baywood Park | $3,827 | $2,250 | 17 |
| Baywood Aragon | $3,861 | $2,575 | 8 |
| North Central | $4,895 | $2,150 | 12 |
Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Mateo, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club in the Central San Mateo neighborhood priced from $2,095. The Preston at Hillsdale in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | One Bedroom One Bath 550 | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,278 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $4.13 price per square foot 33CH Model at Bridgepointe in the in the East San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,880. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Monterey Garden starting at $4,499 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bridgepointe | 33CH | 3BR,3BA | $4.13 |
| Monterey Garden | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.76 |
| Hillside Garden | Mount Shasta | 2BR,2BA | $3.69 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan D1: With Washer and Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 206 | 2BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Belmont Square Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Mateo?
There are currently 1688 Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $10,821. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Mateo ranging from $1,115 to $39,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Mateo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Mateo ranges from $1,115 to $39,500 with an average monthly rent of $8,474.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Mateo?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Mateo range from $3,275 to $8,006, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,460 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,350.
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