
Cheap Homes for Rent in North Central Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,300 (2 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the North Central area of San Mateo.

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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 | $3,768 | $2,995 | $4,250 |
North Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,875 | $4,750 | $5,000 |
North Central 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,800 | $6,800 | $6,800 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 2 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 September 13, 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 Plan 2AR Model at Metropolitan starting at $5,503 with a $4.90 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 |
Metropolitan | Plan 2AR | 2BR,2BA | $4.90 |
515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
888 San Mateo Apartments | 1xD (AVAIL 10/10/2025) | 1BR,1BA | $4.24 |
One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 2nd FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
Frequently Asked Questions about North Central
What type of rentals are currently available in North Central?
There are currently 554 Apartments for Rent in North Central, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,272 to $7,649. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central ranging from $2,300 to $6,800.
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 $2,300 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,585.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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