Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,000 (12 Rentals)

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Kiku Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Park Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1113 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1113 Haddon Dr

1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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960 Palm
1 Bedroom Apartments

960 Palm

960 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Homestead, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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 $2,675. Here are the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
Ryan TowerStudioStudio,1BA$2,675
Station Park GreenMapleStudio,1BA$2,749
West 5th1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$3,072
The LarkPalmStudio,1BA$3,104

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, CA

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $3.95 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Monterey Garden in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,689. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison starting at $3,432 with a $3.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Monterey Garden2x12BR,1BA$3.95
2727 EdisonBrentwood2BR,2BA$3.27
Azara San Mateo1x1 1A1BR,1BA$5.28
MODE ApartmentsD1BR,1BA$5.05
Station Park GreenFir1BR,1BA$4.49
West 5th1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$4.18
Park Laurel ApartmentsFully Renovated 1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.93
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.79
The LarkPalmStudio ,1BA$5.85
Ryan TowerStudioStudio ,1BA$7.55

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Homestead, San Mateo, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 $2,675.

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 $3,432 at 2727 Edison.

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