Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (559 Rentals)

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San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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property at 200 Anita Rd

$3,650

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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200 Anita Rd

BurlingameCA94010
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128 Lorton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

128 Lorton Ave

128 Lorton AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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41 N Claremont St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

41 N Claremont St

41 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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415 Rogell Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

415 Rogell Ct

415 Rogell CtSan Mateo, CA 94401

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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85 Tilton Ave
Studio Apartments

85 Tilton Ave

85 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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904 Bayswater Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

904 Bayswater Ave

904 Bayswater AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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7 Highland Ave
Studio Apartments

7 Highland Ave

7 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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107 Highland Ave
Studio Apartments

107 Highland Ave

107 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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216 Anita Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

216 Anita Rd

216 Anita RdBurlingame, CA 94010
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1005 Burlingame
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1005 Burlingame

1005 BurlingameBurlingame, CA 94010
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372 N Delaware St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

372 N Delaware St

372 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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322 N Claremont St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

322 N Claremont St

322 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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363 N Eldorado St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

363 N Eldorado St

363 N Eldorado StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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378 N Delaware St
2 Bedroom Apartments

378 N Delaware St

378 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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327 N Eldorado St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

327 N Eldorado St

327 N Eldorado StSan Mateo, CA 94401

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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North Central, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for San Mateo, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting with a son or daughter (or both!)? this neighborhood has established a name for itself as a favorite submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions about North Central

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the North Central area of San Mateo, CA?

As of today, August 22, 2026, there are currently 559 available North Central apartments priced from $2,150 to $7,267, with an average monthly rent of $4,309.

How much are Studio apartments in North Central?

There are currently 282 Studio Apartments in North Central with rent ranges from $2,150 to $3,895 with an average price of $3,089.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom North Central Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in North Central ranges from $2,575 to $5,349 with an average monthly rent of $4,451.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.