
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Islands area of San Mateo.


East Hillsdale Apartments

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Islands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Islands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islands Studio Apartments | $2,805 | $1,875 | $3,449 |
| Islands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $2,150 | $8,075 |
| Islands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,013 | $2,650 | $9,765 |
| Islands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,985 | $3,904 | $6,054 |
| Islands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,030 | $7,030 | $7,030 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Islands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Islands area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 3633 Colegrove Apartments priced from $1,945. Madison Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Islands apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| eaves Foster City | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,498 |
| Harbor Cove | STU-500 | Studio,1BA | $2,575 |
| Shadow Cove | San Lucas | Studio,1BA | $2,631 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Islands, CA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Islands area is the $3.95 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at One Hundred Grand in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,577. The second greatest value Islands apartment is the Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome Model at The Preston at Hillsdale starting at $4,067 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Islands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 3B | 3BR,3BA | $3.95 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.53 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.78 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan D1: With Washer and Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Pescadero | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIslands, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #3
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Islands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Islands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Islands is at 3633 Colegrove Apartments listed at $1,945.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Islands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Islands Apartment is $2,395 at 3633 Colegrove Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Islands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Islands is starting from $2,720 at Bay Terrace.
What is the most affordable Islands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Islands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $4,002.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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