Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marina Lagoon Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (52 Rentals)
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South Delaware Apartments

Ivy Circle

Fourth Circle

Fiesta Apartments

3633 Colegrove Apartments

Madison Place

Bay Terrace

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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148
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Park Laurel Apartments

Bermuda Apartments

1411 E 3rd Ave, Unit 6

CitySouth

Lakeshore Landing

Chesapeake Point

Station Park Green

2727 Edison

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Bridgepointe

3655 Colegrove Apartments
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36th Avenue Apartments

Montara

zLaurel Place Apartments

Kiku Crossing

2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments

Mariner's West Apartments

1950 Ivy St

Park Central

1113 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon Dr
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The Preston at Hillsdale

960 Palm

46 Madison Ave.

2000 Delaware

240 N Bayshore Blvd

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Tradewind Surf Apartments

Beachcomber Bali

Beach Cove
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eaves Foster City

Shadow Cove

The Lagoons

Harbor Cove

Fosters Landing

The Plaza

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726 Bounty Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID854

Lantern Cove

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Marina Lagoon, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marina Lagoon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marina Lagoon Studio Apartments | $2,869 | $1,875 | $3,899 |
| Marina Lagoon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $2,150 | $9,417 |
| Marina Lagoon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,724 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| Marina Lagoon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,485 | $3,791 | $8,336 |
| Marina Lagoon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,742 | $5,610 | $7,875 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Marina Lagoon Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Marina Lagoon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marina Lagoon area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Hillsdale Garden priced from $2,414. The Preston at Hillsdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,498. Here are the most affordable Marina Lagoon apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,414 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,498 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $2,864 |
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,956 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3,118 |
| Fosters Landing | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,247 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marina Lagoon, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marina Lagoon area is the $4.37 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at Chesapeake Point in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,650. The second greatest value Marina Lagoon apartment is the Cedarwood Model at Lantern Cove starting at $3,825 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marina Lagoon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3A | 3BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| Lantern Cove | Cedarwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $4.15 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Bayfront + Den | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| eaves Foster City | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marina Lagoon Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Marina Lagoon?
The cheapest apartment in Marina Lagoon is 3633 Colegrove Apartments which is listed at $2,595, while the average apartment in Marina Lagoon costs $6,742.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Marina Lagoon?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Marina Lagoon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Marina Lagoon?
Cheap apartments in Marina Lagoon have an average cost of $228 which is $6,514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Marina Lagoon.
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