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460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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844 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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2 Clark DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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337 S Fremont St
337 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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337 S Fremont St
337 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
50 N San Mateo Dr
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119 S Claremont St
119 S Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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41 N Claremont St
41 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Woodlake Condominiums
900 Peninsula AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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134 North Ellsworth
134 N Ellsworth AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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400,404 Studio Cor
400,404 Studio CorSan Mateo, CA 94401
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317 Elm St
317 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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212 & 216 Villa Terrace
212 & 216 Villa TerraceSan Mateo, CA 94401
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232 State St
232 State StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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729 Highland Ave
729 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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160 N Claremont St
160 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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527 N Amphlett
527 N AmphlettSan Mateo, CA 94401
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405 Tilton Ave
405 Tilton AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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202 N Delaware St
202 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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670 N El Camino Real
670 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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439 Claremont
439 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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11 S Idaho St
11 S Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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420 Studio Cor
420 Studio CorSan Mateo, CA 94401
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12 N Idaho St
12 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1023 N Idaho St
1023 N Idaho StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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851 Highland Ave
851 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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363 N Eldorado St
363 N Eldorado StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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341 Romona St
341 Romona StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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618-620 622 E Santa Inez Ave
618-620 622 E Santa Inez AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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400 E Poplar Ave
400 E Poplar AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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250 Grand Blvd
250 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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137 North Delaware
137 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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338 N San Mateo Dr
338 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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123 N Delaware St
123 N Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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417 Studio Cir
417 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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423 Studio Cir
423 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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602 Cypress Ave
602 Cypress AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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309-311 Villa Ter
309-311 Villa TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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511 Highland Ave
511 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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305 Catalpa St
305 Catalpa StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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511 El Camino Real
511 El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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255 Grand Blvd
255 Grand BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94401
North Central, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Studio Apartments | $2,558 | $2,095 | $3,295 |
North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,671 | $1,800 | $4,609 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,020 | $2,857 | $7,130 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,163 | $3,795 | $6,577 |
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Largest Available North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the North Central area of San Mateo, CA is found at 888 San Mateo Apartments and is listed at 1,059 square feet priced from $3,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 2x2 Kearney AVAIL 04/11/2026 | 1,059 Sq Ft | $3,895 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1CR | 891 Sq Ft | $4,146 |
| Two50 Downtown | 1x1 830 sq ft | 830 Sq Ft | $4,295 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 805 Sq Ft | $2,815 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 800 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| 243 N. Ellsworth | 1 bed 1 Bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,695 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 535 Sq Ft | $2,608 |
| Lakeview Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 510 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
Cheapest Available North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit North Central of San Mateo, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $2,350 at Royal Pines. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in North Central is currently $3,671. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,350 |
| Lakeview Garden | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,425 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | $2,608 |
| 243 N. Ellsworth | 1 bed 1 Bath | $2,695 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | $2,750 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,815 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | MORAGA 2x2 AVAIL 06/12/2026 | $3,995 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | $4,126 |
| Two50 Downtown | 1x1 830 sq ft | $4,295 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom North Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in North Central with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in North Central is at Royal Pines listed at $2,350.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom North Central Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in North Central is $3,671.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom North Central Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in North Central is a 1,059 square feet unit starting from $3,895 at 888 San Mateo Apartments.
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