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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 (12 Rentals)
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119 N Claremont St
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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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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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Highland Apartments
115 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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128 Lorton Ave
128 Lorton AveBurlingame, 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 | $2,614 | $2,095 | $3,295 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,862 | $2,450 | $4,740 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,203 | $2,857 | $7,580 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,226 | $3,795 | $6,682 |
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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 $2,494. 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 | $2,494 |
| Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 1st FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,715 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA
As of March 06, 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 2x2 Kearney (AVAIL 04/14/2026) Model at 888 San Mateo Apartments starting at $3,895 with a $3.68 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 | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | 2x2 Kearney (AVAIL 04/14/2026) | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| 603 Woodside Way, Unit 3 | 603 Woodside Way | 2BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1GR | 1BR,1BA | $5.49 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 1st FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.24 |
| 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 $2,494 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 $2,857 at Colonial Garden Apartments.
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