
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (250 Rentals)


Two50 Downtown

De Sabla Apartments

Metropolitan

One Three Four Elm Apartments

Ambassador Apartments

888 San Mateo Apartments

Lakeview Garden

Royal Pines

515 N El Camino Real
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111 Elm St

603 Woodside Way, Unit 2

21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21

5 W Bellevue Ave

338 S Fremont St

337 S Fremont St

415 Rogell Ct

Woodlake Condominiums

449 Villa Terr.

616 N Claremont St
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236 N Claremont St

215 N Ellsworth Ave

113 N Delaware St

490 Idaho St

466 Studio Cor

855 N Delaware St

150 N Railroad Ave

337 Highland Ave

838 Highland Ave

127 N Claremont St
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639 N Delaware St

Ramona Street Apartments

8 N Fremont St

154 N Grant St

224 S Idaho St

230 N Delaware St

511 Highland Ave

511 El Camino Real

119 E Poplar Ave

1040 N Humboldt St
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418 Grand Blvd

211 N Ellsworth Ave

735 N Amphlett Blvd

139 N Grant St

303 Elm St

423 Studio Cir

602 Cypress Ave

363 N Eldorado St

400 E Poplar Ave

1006-1008 Monte Diablo Ave
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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 | $2,495 | $2,075 | $3,295 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $2,450 | $4,639 |
North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,825 | $2,944 | $7,140 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,505 | $3,795 | $6,260 |
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There are currently 250 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Largest Available North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the North Central area of San Mateo, CA is found at Two50 Downtown and is listed at 1,340 square feet priced from $5,245. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two50 Downtown | 2x2 1340-1370 sq ft | 1,340 Sq Ft | $5,245 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2C | 1,169 Sq Ft | $4,887 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1,080 Sq Ft | $3,325 | |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 2xL (AVAIL 02/14/2026) | 1,067 Sq Ft | $3,795 |
| 515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 2 | 762 Sq Ft | $2,944 |
Cheapest Available North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit North Central of San Mateo, CA is the Plan 2 Model starting from $2,944 at Colonial Garden Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in North Central is currently $4,825. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 2 | $2,944 |
| 515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,995 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,150 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 2xL (AVAIL 02/14/2026) | $3,795 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2C | $4,887 |
| Two50 Downtown | 2x1 1150-1250 sq ft | $5,195 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom North Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in North Central with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in North Central is at Colonial Garden Apartments listed at $2,944.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom North Central Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in North Central is $4,825.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom North Central Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in North Central is a 1,340 square feet unit starting from $5,245 at Two50 Downtown.
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