
Cheap Homes for Rent in North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $3,600 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the North Central area of San Mateo.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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21 S Claremont St, Unit 13
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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38 S Delaware St
North Central, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in North Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,550 | $3,650 | $5,500 |
North Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,950 | $5,950 | $5,950 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA
As of May 25, 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 |
Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Cypress Premier | 2BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Bridgepointe | 11CB | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
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 | $3.73 |
Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
241 Myrtle Rd, Unit E | 241 Myrtle Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions about North Central
What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?
There are currently 565 Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,850 to $99,999. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $3,650 to $5,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Central?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Central ranges from $3,650 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,833.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.