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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
205 Monte Diablo Ave
San MateoCA94401
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Two Clark Drive Apartments
2 Clark DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Ryan Tower
120 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1411 E 3rd Ave, Unit 6
1411 E 3rd Ave
San MateoCA94401
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One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Laurel Apartments
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Metropolitan
338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID2069
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID435
337 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL4-ID1123
337 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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816 Highland Ave
816 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Gateway Apartments
438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Royal Apartments
651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Terrace Hills
619 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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433 Turner Terrace
433 Turner TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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100 Dartmouth Rd
100 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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515 N El Camino Real
515 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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111 Elm St
111 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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718 N Claremont St
718 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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645 Rollins Rd, Unit 2
645 Rollins RdBurlingame, CA 94010
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920 Bayswater Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1056
920 Bayswater AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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508 Peninsula Ave
BurlingameCA94010
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Highland Apartments
115 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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128 Lorton Ave
128 Lorton AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Village At Burlingame
150 Park RdBurlingame, CA 94010
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1500 Newlands Ave
1500 Newlands AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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1005 Burlingame
1005 BurlingameBurlingame, CA 94010
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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 | $2,837 | $2,150 | $4,095 |
| North Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,261 | $2,400 | $5,139 |
| North Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,758 | $3,225 | $6,760 |
| North Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,947 | $3,795 | $7,467 |
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Cheapest Available North Central San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club priced from $2,095. Ambassador Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,575. Here are the most affordable North Central San Mateo apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | NO VACANCY | Studio,2BA | $2,895 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,445 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $4,706 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central San Mateo, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central San Mateo area is the $2.46 price per square foot NO VACANCY Model at 888 San Mateo Apartments in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value North Central San Mateo apartment is the 645 Rollins Rd Model at 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 2 starting at $3,725 with a $3.55 price per square foot in the North Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 888 San Mateo Apartments | NO VACANCY | Studio ,2BA | $2.46 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 2 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.55 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $5.62 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.38 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Central San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Central San Mateo is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment is $2,575 at Ambassador Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Central San Mateo is starting from $6,239 at Metropolitan.
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