Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mariner's Island Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,800 (33 Rentals)

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Kiku Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Park Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1113 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1113 Haddon Dr

1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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960 Palm
1 Bedroom Apartments

960 Palm

960 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Sand Castle Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sand Castle Apartments

1125 Balclutha DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Franciscan Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Franciscan Apartments

888 Foster City BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Kula Kai Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kula Kai Apartments

808 Comet DrFoster City, CA 94404
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Mariner's Island, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at Fourth Circle priced from $2,245. 1950 Ivy St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable Mariner's Island apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fourth CircleStudioStudio,1BA$2,245
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$2,450
eaves Foster CityS1Studio,1BA$2,538
Bay TerraceThe Teresa2BR,1BA$2,569
The Preston at HillsdaleOne Bedroom One Bath 6801BR,1BA$2,663
Lakeshore LandingDockside1BR,1BA$2,729
CitySouthCashmere (A1A)1BR,1BA$2,731
Fosters LandingPlan A1BR,1BA$2,907
MODE ApartmentsAStudio,1BA$2,988

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mariner's Island, CA

As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mariner's Island area is the $4.04 price per square foot 33CH Model at Bridgepointe in the in the East San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,759. The second greatest value Mariner's Island apartment is the Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison starting at $3,742 with a $3.56 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridgepointe33CH3BR,3BA$4.04
2727 EdisonBrentwood2BR,2BA$3.56
Bay TerraceThe Veranda3BR,2BA$3.83
Waters EdgeBreakwater1BR,1BA$3.59
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.45
Station Park GreenElm1BR,1BA$4.31
Madison Place1 x 11BR,1BA$3.44
The Preston at HillsdaleOne Bedroom One Bath 6801BR,1BA$3.92
Lakeshore LandingDockside1BR,1BA$4.48
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mariner's Island, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Mateo. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 Fourth Circle listed at $2,245.

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 $2,569 at Bay Terrace.

What is the most affordable Mariner's Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mariner's Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bay Terrace and starts from $3,635.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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