1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the North Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (255 Rentals)

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North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central San Mateo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Central San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,773 | $1,850 | $3,481 |
North Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,871 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
North Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,612 | $2,695 | $6,595 |
North Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,371 | $3,203 | $6,963 |
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Largest Available North Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the North Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at Metropolitan and is listed at 891 square feet priced from $4,077. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | 891 Sq Ft | $4,077 |
Two50 Downtown | 1x1 875 sq ft | 875 Sq Ft | $4,245 |
888 San Mateo Apartments | Cabrillo CA MI 6/15 | 819 Sq Ft | $3,295 |
One Three Four Elm Apartments | 805 Sq Ft | $2,645 | |
Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 800 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
The Bower | Plan 1D | 745 Sq Ft | $4,051 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 634 Sq Ft | $2,325 |
De Sabla Apartments | Edgewood | 620 Sq Ft | $2,320 |
Cheapest Available North Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit North Central San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $2,200 at Royal Pines. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in North Central San Mateo is currently $3,871. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,200 |
De Sabla Apartments | Edgewood | $2,320 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | $2,325 |
Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | $2,474 |
Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | $2,491 |
One Three Four Elm Apartments | I Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,665 |
Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | $2,850 |
888 San Mateo Apartments | Donovan MI 6/28 | $3,195 |
The Bower | Plan 1D | $4,051 |
Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | $4,077 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in North Central San Mateo with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in North Central San Mateo is at Royal Pines listed at $2,200.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in North Central San Mateo is $3,871.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in North Central San Mateo is a 891 square feet unit starting from $4,077 at Metropolitan.
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