
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shoreview Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Shoreview area of San Mateo.


3023 Beverly St

Country Club

Azara

South Delaware Apartments

Ivy Circle

Fourth Circle
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Ambassador Apartments

3633 Colegrove Apartments

6 Seville Way, Unit 303

Madison Place

116 Elm St

3655 Colegrove Apartments
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36th Avenue Apartments

Montara

zLaurel Place Apartments

Kiku Crossing

227 Elm St

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Mariner's West Apartments
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd

1950 Ivy St

Gateway Apartments

Park Central

1113 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon Dr

Shore Garden Apartments
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Terrace Hills

433 Turner Terrace

960 Palm
Shoreview, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shoreview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreview Studio Apartments | $3,041 | $2,150 | $3,899 |
| Shoreview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,864 | $2,300 | $9,114 |
| Shoreview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $2,185 | $6,619 |
| Shoreview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,390 | $3,795 | $8,610 |
| Shoreview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,610 | $5,610 | $5,610 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shoreview Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Shoreview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shoreview area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club priced from $2,095. Azara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,185. Here are the most affordable Shoreview apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Azara | 2AB | 2BR,2BA | $2,185 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,768 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Lakeview Garden | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 2 Bed D | 2BR,1BA | $3,278 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shoreview, CA
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shoreview area is the $4.10 price per square foot 33CH Model at Bridgepointe in the in the East San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,841. The second greatest value Shoreview apartment is the Plan 3B Model at Chesapeake Point starting at $4,894 with a $4.47 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shoreview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgepointe | 33CH | 3BR,3BA | $4.10 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.47 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 2 Bed D | 2BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3B | 3BR,2BA | $4.39 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Lakeview Garden | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shoreview Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shoreview?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shoreview is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shoreview Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shoreview Apartment is $2,575 at Ambassador Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shoreview Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shoreview is starting from $2,185 at Azara.
What is the most affordable Shoreview Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shoreview Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ambassador Apartments and starts from $3,275.
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