
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Central area of San Mateo.


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Ambassador Apartments

116 Elm St

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128 Lorton Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Studio Apartments | $2,978 | $2,150 | $3,895 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,361 | $2,575 | $5,139 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,858 | $3,280 | $6,670 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,042 | $3,275 | $7,467 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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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. Two Clark Drive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. 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 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $3.57 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Model at Two Clark Drive Apartments starting at $2,750 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $7.21 |
| 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 $2,750 at Two Clark Drive Apartments.
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