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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 $1,300 (31 Rentals)
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
205 Monte Diablo Ave
San MateoCA94401
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Two Clark Drive Apartments
2 Clark DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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888 San Mateo Apartments
888 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
828 N El Camino Real, Unit Unit 8, Unit Unit 8
828 N El Camino Real
San MateoCA94401
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Two50 Downtown
250 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
200 Elm St, Unit 108, Unit 108
200 Elm St
San MateoCA94401
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128 N Kingston St, Unit 128A N. Kingston St, Unit 128A N. Kingston St
128 N Kingston StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Metropolitan
338 S Fremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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932 Peninsula Ave, Unit 404, Unit 404
932 Peninsula Ave
San MateoCA94401
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan 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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Park Royal Apartments
651 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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Anita Road Apartments
117 Anita RdSan Mateo, CA 94401
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111 Elm St
111 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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718 N Claremont St
718 N Claremont StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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
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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 | $2,763 | $2,150 | $3,547 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,960 | $2,400 | $5,100 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,842 | $3,225 | $7,290 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,969 | $3,375 | $7,039 |
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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 $2,095. Colonial Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,414. 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 | $2,095 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,414 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (A) AVAIL 08/10/2026 | Studio,1BA | $2,850 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $2,945 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3,795 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $4,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $3.31 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the Plan 1AR Model at Metropolitan starting at $4,499 with a $5.37 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. |
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| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $5.37 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (A) AVAIL 08/10/2026 | Studio ,1BA | $4.66 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.67 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.14 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
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 $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Apartment is $2,496 at Colonial Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Central is starting from $4,845 at Two50 Downtown.
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