Cheap Homes for Rent in Islands Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,200 (21 Rentals)

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Islands, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3633 Colegrove ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,945
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,450
eaves Foster CityS1Studio,1BA$2,498
Harbor CoveSTU-500Studio,1BA$2,575
Shadow CoveSan LucasStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One Hundred GrandPlan 3B3BR,3BA$3.95
The Preston at HillsdaleTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$3.53
Chesapeake PointPlan 3B3BR,1.5BA$3.78
Crestview ApartmentsPlan D1: With Washer and Dryer2BR,1BA$3.56
Bridgepointe11CB1BR,1BA$4.06
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.28
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$3.63
PescaderoPlan A1BR,1BA$4.37
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.44
CitySouthDelmonico (A1B)1BR,1BA$4.03

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Islands

What type of rentals are currently available in Islands?

There are currently 284 Apartments for Rent in Islands, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $9,842. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Islands ranging from $2,200 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Islands?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Islands ranges from $2,200 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,265.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Islands?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Islands range from $3,904 to $6,034, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,395 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,030.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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