Studio Apartments for Rent in the North Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (324 Rentals)

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property at 710 Laurel Ave

710 Laurel Ave

San MateoCA94401

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85 Tilton Ave
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85 Tilton Ave

85 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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436 Studio Cir
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436 Studio Cir

436 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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37 Lorton Ave
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37 Lorton Ave

37 Lorton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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119 Elm St
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119 Elm St

119 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401

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412 Grand Blvd
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412 Grand Blvd

412 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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449 Villa Terr.
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449 Villa Terr.

449 Villa Terr.San Mateo, CA 94401
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700-702 1st Ave
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700-702 1st Ave

700-702 1st AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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43-51 N Idaho St
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43-51 N Idaho St

43-51 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Fremont Terrace
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Fremont Terrace

200 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1104 7th Ave
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1104 7th Ave

1104 7th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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452 Studio Cir
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452 Studio Cir

452 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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823 Highland Ave
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823 Highland Ave

823 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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411 Studio Cir
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411 Studio Cir

411 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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405 Studio Cor
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405 Studio Cor

405 Studio CorSan Mateo, CA 94401
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20 Lorton Ave
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20 Lorton Ave

20 Lorton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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100 Anita Rd
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100 Anita Rd

100 Anita RdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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113 Anita Rd
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113 Anita Rd

113 Anita RdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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726 E 5th Ave
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726 E 5th Ave

726 E 5th AveSan Mateo, CA 94402

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110 Anita Rd
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110 Anita Rd

110 Anita RdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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111 N Grant St
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111 N Grant St

111 N Grant StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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418 Grand Blvd
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418 Grand Blvd

418 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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The Highlands
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The Highlands

19 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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410 Highland Ave
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410 Highland Ave

410 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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474 Studio Cir
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474 Studio Cir

474 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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216 Tilton Ave
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216 Tilton Ave

216 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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423 Studio Cir
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423 Studio Cir

423 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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21 Lorton Ave
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21 Lorton Ave

21 Lorton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Largest Available North Central San Mateo Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the North Central San Mateo area of San Francisco, CA is found at 888 San Mateo Apartments and is listed at 634 square feet priced from $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
888 San Mateo ApartmentsJR-1 (B) AVAIL 11/15/2025)634 Sq Ft$2,895
Two50 DowntownStudio 550 sq ft550 Sq Ft$3,095
Fourth CircleStudio500 Sq Ft$2,230
Ryan TowerStudio450 Sq Ft$2,875
De Sabla ApartmentsSkyline410 Sq Ft$2,425

Cheapest Available North Central San Mateo Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit North Central San Mateo of San Francisco, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,230 at Fourth Circle. The average price for all Studio apartments in North Central San Mateo is currently $2,950. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Fourth CircleStudio$2,230
De Sabla ApartmentsSkyline$2,425
Ryan TowerStudio$2,875
888 San Mateo ApartmentsJR-1 (B) AVAIL 11/15/2025)$2,895
Two50 DowntownStudio 480 sq ft$2,945

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #17

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio North Central San Mateo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in North Central San Mateo with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in North Central San Mateo is at Fourth Circle listed at $2,230.

How much is the average rent for a Studio North Central San Mateo Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in North Central San Mateo is $2,950.

What is the largest available Studio North Central San Mateo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in North Central San Mateo is a 634 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at 888 San Mateo Apartments.

What is the average size for North Central San Mateo Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in North Central San Mateo is currently 476 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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