
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,000 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Homestead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Studio Apartments | $3,025 | $2,397 | $3,534 |
| Homestead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,315 | $2,095 | $4,115 |
| Homestead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,190 | $2,700 | $6,381 |
| Homestead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,741 | $4,573 | $4,910 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 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 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St priced from $2,275. Ryan Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,875. Here are the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,875 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | Studio,1BA | $2,879 |
| The Lark | Palm | Studio,1BA | $3,280 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3,681 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, CA
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $2.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Large Model at West 5th in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,573. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the 2x1 Model at Monterey Garden starting at $4,114 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom Large | 3BR,2BA | $2.91 |
| Monterey Garden | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| MODE Apartments | E | 1BR,1BA | $4.81 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.97 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | Studio ,1BA | $4.56 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| The Lark | Willow | Studio ,1BA | $6.26 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homestead Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Homestead?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Homestead is at Ryan Tower listed at $2,875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Homestead Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Homestead Apartment is $2,275 at 1950 Ivy St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Homestead Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Homestead is starting from $3,681 at 2727 Edison.
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