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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,745 (32 Rentals)
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,575 - $3,7951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Two Clark Drive Apartments
2 Clark DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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24 Baytree Way, Unit 2
24 Baytree WaySan Mateo, CA 94402
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$3,381 - $7,5002 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 15
Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$3,400
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Base Rent$3,400
Total Monthly Price$3,400
400 Studio Cir, Unit 4
400 Studio CirSan Mateo, CA 94401
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$3,760
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Base Rent$3,760
Total Monthly Price$3,760
5 W Bellevue Ave, Unit SI FL0-ID1786
5 W Bellevue AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Metropolitan
338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$4,720
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Base Rent$4,720
Total Monthly Price$4,720
337 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL2-ID435
337 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$4,840
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Base Rent$4,840
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338 S Fremont St, Unit SI FL3-ID1122
338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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816 Highland Ave
816 Highland 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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Terrace Hills
619 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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433 Turner Terrace
433 Turner TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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
845 Woodside Way
San MateoCA94401
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718 N Claremont St
718 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Royal
651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Sterling Court
850 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$4,380
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Base Rent$4,380
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920 Bayswater Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1056
920 Bayswater AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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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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1005 Burlingame
1005 BurlingameBurlingame, CA 94010
200 Anita Rd
BurlingameCA94010
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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 | $2,903 | $2,150 | $3,895 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,495 | $2,575 | $5,349 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,891 | $3,381 | $6,900 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,556 | $3,275 | $7,427 |
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Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of San Mateo, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club priced from $2,205. Fourth Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,425. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,205 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,425 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 1xD (AVAIL 10/03/2026) | 1BR,1BA | $3,450 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | TOP-FLOOR 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,850 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,895 |
| Brickline Flats | Plan 1F | 1BR,1BA | $4,976 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 3AR | 3BR,2BA | $7,031 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $4.93 price per square foot Plan 3AR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $7,031. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 400 Studio Cir Model at 400 Studio Cir, Unit 4 starting at $3,400 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan | Plan 3AR | 3BR,2BA | $4.93 |
| 400 Studio Cir, Unit 4 | 400 Studio Cir | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | TOP-FLOOR 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.81 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 1xD (AVAIL 10/03/2026) | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| Brickline Flats | Plan 1F | 1BR,1BA | $9.01 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $7.21 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.85 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.30 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Central is at Country Club listed at $2,205.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Apartment is $3,450 at 888 San Mateo Apartments.
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