
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the North Central San Mateo Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (67 Rentals)
Apartments in the North Central San Mateo area of San Mateo with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Country Club

Royal Pines

Casa Baywood

888 San Mateo Apartments

Woodlake Condominiums

134 North Ellsworth

904 Bayswater Ave

The Peninsula Regent
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La Casa Harmosa

356 Ramona St

418 Grand Blvd

655 N Delaware St

319 N Ellsworth Ave

225 E Santa Inez Ave

321 Monte Diablo Ave

Alden Court

400,404 Studio Cor

113 N Delaware St
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243-245 247 E Bellevue Ave

313-315 Elm St

Nazareth Place

332 Highland Ave

500 Peninsula Ave

34-36 Fremont St

211 Elm St

320 Peninsula Ave

316 N El Camino Real

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Promenade

834 Highland Ave

111 Saint Matthews Ave

220 Peninsula Ave

58 N El Camino Real

100 Anita Rd

Top of the Mounds

22 Highland Ave

Fremont Terrace

200 N Delaware St
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31 Highland Ave

211 - 221 S Fremont St

222 S Fremont St

Versailles

121 Lorton Ave

2 W 3rd Ave

The Towers

726 E 5th Ave

Essex at Central Park

Gramercy On the Park
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central San Mateo Studio Apartments | $2,664 | $2,075 | $3,397 |
| North Central San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,689 | $2,450 | $4,639 |
| North Central San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,681 | $2,700 | $6,800 |
| North Central San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,505 | $3,795 | $6,260 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #22
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about North Central San Mateo
How much are Studio apartments in North Central San Mateo?
There are currently 323 Studio Apartments in North Central San Mateo with rent ranges from $2,075 to $3,397 with an average price of $4,134.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom North Central San Mateo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in North Central San Mateo ranges from $2,450 to $4,639 with an average monthly rent of $3,689.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in North Central San Mateo cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in North Central San Mateo range from $2,700 to $6,800. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,681.
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