
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,000 (25 Rentals)
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Fiesta Apartments

42 Mission Dr

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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148
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The Lark

Station Park Green

Azara San Mateo

555 Laurel Ave, Unit 311

Park Laurel Apartments

112 Madison Ave, Unit 109
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Kiku Crossing

2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

1950 Ivy St

Park Central

1113 Haddon Dr
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1109 Haddon Dr

960 Palm

100 Dartmouth Rd

46 Madison Ave.

2000 Delaware

Pacific Gardens
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Homestead, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Homestead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Studio Apartments | $2,867 | $2,250 | $3,523 |
| Homestead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,879 | $2,295 | $4,630 |
| Homestead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,303 | $4,200 | $6,381 |
| Homestead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,449 | $5,449 | $5,449 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Homestead Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Homestead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Homestead area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Lark priced from $3,543. Station Park Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,747. Here are the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lark | Willow | Studio,1BA | $3,543 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $3,747 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4,050 |
| MODE Apartments | D | 1BR,1BA | $4,069 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $4,898 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, CA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $4.66 price per square foot Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $4,898. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the 1x1 1A Model at Azara San Mateo starting at $4,050 with a $5.24 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homestead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $4.66 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| MODE Apartments | D | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
| The Lark | Willow | Studio ,1BA | $6.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homestead Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Homestead Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Homestead Apartment is $3,747 at Station Park Green.
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