
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the North Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (286 Rentals)


De Sabla Apartments

Ryan Tower

One Three Four Elm Apartments

Ambassador Apartments

Royal Pines

Metropolitan

Lakeview Garden

Casa Baywood

932 Peninsula Ave, Unit 404, Unit 404
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5 W Bellevue Ave, Unit SI FL0-ID1786

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338 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL3-ID1249

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338 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID517

16 W Bellevue Ave

240 N Bayshore Blvd

609 S Delaware St

415 Rogell Ct

Woodlake Condominiums

490 Idaho St

239 Villa Terrace
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21 El Cerrito Ave

831 N El Camino Real

338 N San Mateo Dr

514 S Eldorado St

319 N Ellsworth Ave

Hillsborough Apartments

634 N El Camino Real

20 E Poplar Ave

150-156 N Ellsworth Ave

126 N Ellsworth Ave
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4 Warren Rd

222 S Fremont St

532 N San Mateo Dr

803 Laurel Ave

2 W 3rd Ave

211 N Ellsworth Ave

409 S Fremont St

1115-1117 State St

34-36 Fremont St

430 Monte Diablo Ave
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420 Studio Cor

236 N Claremont St

112 N Claremont St

527 N Amphlett

721 S Idaho St

1006-1008 Monte Diablo Ave

113 N Delaware St

8 N Fremont St

378 N Delaware St

77 N Ellsworth Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,735 | $2,150 | $3,445 |
| North Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,994 | $2,488 | $5,270 |
North Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,528 | $2,995 | $7,270 |
| North Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,807 | $3,795 | $7,495 |
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Largest Available North Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the North Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at Two50 Downtown and is listed at 1,340 square feet priced from $6,295. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two50 Downtown | 2x2 1340-1370 sq ft | 1,340 Sq Ft | $6,295 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2IR | 1,186 Sq Ft | $5,979 |
| Ryan Tower | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 840 Sq Ft | $3,988 |
Cheapest Available North Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit North Central San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the 2 Bed - 1 Bath Model starting from $3,988 at Ryan Tower. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in North Central San Mateo is currently $5,528. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ryan Tower | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | $3,988 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2IR | $5,979 |
| Two50 Downtown | 2x2 1340-1370 sq ft | $6,295 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in North Central San Mateo with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in North Central San Mateo is at Ryan Tower listed at $3,988.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in North Central San Mateo is $5,528.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in North Central San Mateo is a 1,340 square feet unit starting from $6,295 at Two50 Downtown.
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