
Studio Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA (283 Rentals)


De Sabla Apartments

Country Club

888 San Mateo Apartments

Fourth Circle

85 Tilton Ave

The Peninsula Regent

Woodlake Condominiums

Mark Diablo Apartments

430 Grand Blvd
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423 Studio Cir

220 S Idaho St

518 N Claremont St

500 N San Mateo Dr

401 Studio Cir

824 N Idaho St

815 E 4th Ave

438 Grand Blvd

432 Studio Cor

449 Villa Terr.
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759 N Amphlett Blvd

20 N Fremont St

490 Idaho St

232 S Humboldt St

855 N Delaware St

354 N Fremont St

426 Grand Blvd

234 Elm St

221 N Ellsworth Ave

511 El Camino Real
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436 Studio Cir

236 N Grant St

367 N Claremont St

214 N Delaware St

Katherine Court

607 N Claremont St

412 Grand Blvd

410 Highland Ave

316 N El Camino Real

321 Monte Diablo Ave
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423 N Claremont St

320 Peninsula Ave

121 Tilton Ave

119 E Poplar Ave

418 Grand Blvd

Alden Court

860 Prospect Row

304 N Claremont St

470 Studio Cir

452 Studio Cir
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 | $2,495 | $2,075 | $3,295 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $2,450 | $4,639 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,825 | $2,944 | $7,140 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,505 | $3,795 | $6,260 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 283 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Largest Available North Central Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the North Central area of San Mateo, CA is found at 888 San Mateo Apartments and is listed at 634 square feet priced from $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 02/06/2026 | 634 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 540 sq ft | 540 Sq Ft | $3,295 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $2,215 |
| Country Club | Studio | 350 Sq Ft | $2,075 |
Cheapest Available North Central Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit North Central of San Mateo, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,075 at Country Club. The average price for all Studio apartments in North Central is currently $2,495. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | $2,075 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | $2,215 |
| 888 San Mateo Apartments | JR-1 (B) AVAIL 02/06/2026 | $2,895 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | $3,095 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio North Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in North Central with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in North Central is at Country Club listed at $2,075.
How much is the average rent for a Studio North Central Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in North Central is $2,495.
What is the largest available Studio North Central Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in North Central is a 634 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at 888 San Mateo Apartments.
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