
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mariner's Island Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (29 Rentals)
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Mariner's Island, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mariner's Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mariner's Island Studio Apartments | $2,789 | $1,995 | $3,215 |
Mariner's Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $1,300 | $6,060 |
Mariner's Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,498 | $2,800 | $7,416 |
Mariner's Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,063 | $3,603 | $8,564 |
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Cheapest Available Mariner's Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mariner's Island area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St priced from $2,275. Ivy Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Mariner's Island 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 |
Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
Lakeshore Landing | Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $2,679 |
Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Station Park Green | Maple | Studio,1BA | $2,809 |
Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $2,860 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,891 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mariner's Island, CA
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mariner's Island area is the $4.23 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at The Plaza in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,129. The second greatest value Mariner's Island apartment is the 11CB Model at Bridgepointe starting at $3,320 with a $3.99 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mariner's Island apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Plaza | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.23 |
Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Marlin Cove | The Dolphin | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.73 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Beach Park | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mariner's Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mariner's Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mariner's Island is at The Preston at Hillsdale listed at $2,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mariner's Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mariner's Island Apartment is $2,275 at 1950 Ivy St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mariner's Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mariner's Island is starting from $2,800 at Bay Terrace.
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