3023 Beverly St
San MateoCA94403
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924 Hill St
BelmontCA94002
6 Seville Way
San MateoCA94402
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San MateoCA94402
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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 | $4,795 | $3,285 | $6,500 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,490 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,592 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,500 | $9,500 | $9,500 |
| San Mateo 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $45,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Mateo, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/02/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Mateo, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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 Aragon | $3,977 | $2,575 | 5 |
| Baywood Park | $3,980 | $2,250 | 13 |
| North Central | $6,677 | $2,150 | 12 |
Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Mateo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Belmont Family Apartments in the Belmont neighborhood priced from $2,090. Country Club in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Alta off the Avenue | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $2.46 price per square foot NO VACANCY Model at 888 San Mateo Apartments in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the TMA 2+2 Model at Ralston at Belmont starting at $4,140 with a $3.94 price per square foot in the Belmont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | NO VACANCY | Studio ,2BA | $2.46 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.94 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit Unit 2 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.55 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 106 | 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 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Belmont Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
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San Mateo, CAPopulation: 105,025
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Best Local Schools in San Mateo, CA
George Hall Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Mateo
What type of rentals are currently available in San Mateo?
There are currently 1689 Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $10,821. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Mateo ranging from $1,550 to $68,000.
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 $1,550 to $68,000 with an average monthly rent of $18,505.
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 $2,860 to $10,541, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $18,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,750.
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