
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (135 Rentals)


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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 | $2,768 | $1,875 | $3,490 |
| Islands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,259 | $2,040 | $8,454 |
| Islands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,232 | $2,450 | $9,765 |
| Islands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,752 | $3,999 | $5,549 |
| Islands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,400 | $6,400 | $6,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 135 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Largest Available Islands Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Islands area of San Francisco, CA is found at Artisan Crossing and is listed at 600 square feet priced from $3,001. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $3,001 |
| eaves Foster City | S1-565-conversion | 565 Sq Ft | $2,508 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | 550 Sq Ft | $2,414 |
| The Lagoons | Plan STC 1 | 550 Sq Ft | $2,934 |
| The Hayden | S1 | 516 Sq Ft | $2,944 |
| Harbor Cove | STU-500 | 500 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | 420 Sq Ft | $1,945 |
Cheapest Available Islands Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Islands of San Francisco, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,945 at 3633 Colegrove Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Islands is currently $2,768. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | $1,945 |
| Harbor Cove | STU-500 | $2,129 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | $2,414 |
| eaves Foster City | S1-565-conversion | $2,508 |
| The Lagoons | Plan STC 1 | $2,934 |
| The Hayden | S1 | $2,944 |
| Artisan Crossing | JR - One Bedroom | $3,001 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Islands Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Islands with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Islands is at 3633 Colegrove Apartments listed at $1,945.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Islands Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Islands is $2,768.
What is the largest available Studio Islands Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Islands is a 600 square feet unit starting from $3,001 at Artisan Crossing.
What is the average size for Islands Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Islands is currently 509 sq ft.
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