
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mariner's Island Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,800 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mariner's Island area of San Mateo.


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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariner's Island Studio Apartments | $2,826 | $1,875 | $3,343 |
| Mariner's Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $2,095 | $8,861 |
| Mariner's Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,313 | $2,650 | $9,842 |
| Mariner's Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,259 | $3,904 | $6,365 |
| Mariner's Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,397 | $6,920 | $7,875 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mariner's Island Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at Fourth Circle priced from $2,215. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,215 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,414 |
| Harbor Cove | STU-500 | Studio,1BA | $2,505 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mariner's Island, CA
As of December 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mariner's Island area is the $3.97 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at One Hundred Grand in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,607. The second greatest value Mariner's Island apartment is the Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison starting at $3,659 with a $3.48 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Hundred Grand | Plan 3B | 3BR,3BA | $3.97 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $4.21 |
| Miramar | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| CitySouth | Amador (A1C) | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.43 |
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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 Fourth Circle listed at $2,215.
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 $2,995 at Madison Place.
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 $3,999.
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