1221 Beacon Ave
San MateoCA94401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (34 Rentals)
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$2,095 - $2,195Studio Apartments Available Now
Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,350 - $2,400Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,488 - $6,3261 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 22
Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,575 - $3,7951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,675 - $4,138Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ryan Tower
120 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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$2,750 - $2,8501 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Two Clark Drive Apartments
2 Clark DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,825 - $4,222Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Park Laurel Apartments
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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24 Baytree Way, Unit APT 6
24 Baytree WaySan Mateo, CA 94402
828 N El Camino Real, Unit Unit 8, Unit Unit 8
828 N El Camino Real
San MateoCA94401
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,9951 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 15
Lakeview Garden
844 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$3,145 - $7,495Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
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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1 Bedroom Apartments
433 Turner Terrace
433 Turner TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
100 Dartmouth Rd
100 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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2 Bedroom Apartments
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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2 Bedroom Apartments
718 N Claremont St
718 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
5 Lorton Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5
5 Lorton 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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1005 Burlingame
1005 BurlingameBurlingame, CA 94010
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1500 Newlands Ave
1500 Newlands AveBurlingame, 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 | $2,735 | $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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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. Two Clark Drive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. 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 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,825 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,145 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3,275 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 1xI (AVAIL 07/10/2026) | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
| Ryan Tower | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,988 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2IR | 2BR,2BA | $5,979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central San Mateo, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central San Mateo area is the $5.04 price per square foot Plan 2IR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,979. The second greatest value North Central San Mateo apartment is the 3x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments starting at $3,275 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the 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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| Metropolitan | Plan 2IR | 2BR,2BA | $5.04 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Ryan Tower | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (A) AVAIL 08/10/2026 | Studio ,1BA | $4.50 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.55 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio ,1BA | $6.89 |
| 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 $2,750 at Two Clark Drive Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Central San Mateo is starting from $3,988 at Ryan Tower.
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