820 N El Camino Real
San MateoCA94401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (19 Rentals)
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103 N Eldorado St
San MateoCA94401
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from $2,3251 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 25
Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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from $2,400Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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CitySouth
3055 La Selva LnSan Mateo, CA 94403
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from $2,6451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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from $2,6951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Royal Pines
525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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 | $3,047 | $2,400 | $3,724 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,551 | $2,200 | $9,999 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,564 | $2,695 | $6,900 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,404 | $3,702 | $7,769 |
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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 De Sabla Apartments priced from $2,400. Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,437. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio,1BA | $2,437 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10b | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,535 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,685 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at 111 Elm St starting at $3,100 with a $3.44 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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| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Royal Pines | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Lakeview Garden | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10b | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | NO VACANCY | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
Getting Around the North Central Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Central is under $2,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central?
The cheapest apartment in North Central is Hillsdale Garden which is listed at $2,519, while the average apartment in North Central costs $7,054.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Central?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in North Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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