Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,000 (15 Rentals)
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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 |
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Homestead Studio Apartments | $2,873 | $2,300 | $3,477 |
Homestead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,705 | $2,275 | $10,000+ |
Homestead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,138 | $2,945 | $6,595 |
Homestead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,987 | $3,941 | $4,032 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 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. De Sabla Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,777 |
Station Park Green | Maple | Studio,1BA | $2,827 |
West 5th | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $2,919 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, CA
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $3.89 price per square foot Cypress Premier Model at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,480. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the Gingko Model at Station Park Green starting at $3,749 with a $4.51 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. |
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Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Cypress Premier | 2BR,1BA | $3.89 |
Station Park Green | Gingko | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.93 |
West 5th | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
Bridgepointe | IICA | 1BR,1BA | $4.81 |
The Lark | Madrone | 1BR,1BA | $5.83 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
2727 Edison | Claremont | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio ,1BA | $5.61 |
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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 De Sabla Apartments listed at $2,300.
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 $2,946 at Bay Terrace.
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