Cheap Homes for Rent in San Mateo Town Center Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (20 Rentals)

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2425 S Norfolk St

San MateoCA94403
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686 Port Dr, Unit 1

686 Port Dr
San MateoCA94404

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San Mateo Town Center, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Mateo Town Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Mateo Town Center area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeshore Landing priced from $2,777. Bridgepointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,031. Here are the most affordable San Mateo Town Center apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeshore LandingShoreline1BR,1BA$2,777
Bridgepointe11CB1BR,1BA$3,031
The LagoonsPlan STC 1Studio,1BA$3,115
Harbor Cove1x1-7801BR,1BA$3,153
Waters EdgeBreakwater1BR,1BA$3,239

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo Town Center, CA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo Town Center area is the $4.31 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at One Hundred Grand in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $5,479. The second greatest value San Mateo Town Center apartment is the Wake Model at Waters Edge starting at $4,370 with a $3.97 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo Town Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One Hundred GrandPlan 3A3BR,3BA$4.31
Waters EdgeWake2BR,2BA$3.97
The PlazaPlan 2B2BR,2BA$3.79
Bridgepointe11CB1BR,1BA$3.65
MiramarPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.63
Harbor Cove1x1-7801BR,1BA$4.04
Fosters LandingPlan C1BR,1BA$4.45
Sand Cove1x1DX - Mendocino1BR,1BA$4.84
Chesapeake PointPlan 1A1BR,1BA$5.01
Lakeshore LandingShoreline1BR,1BA$4.87

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San Mateo Town Center, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #10

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Mateo Town Center

What type of rentals are currently available in San Mateo Town Center?

There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in San Mateo Town Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $19,020. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Mateo Town Center ranging from $1,700 to $6,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Mateo Town Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Mateo Town Center ranges from $1,700 to $6,495 with an average monthly rent of $4,434.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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