1221 Beacon Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shoreview Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (42 Rentals)
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329 N Ellsworth Ave
San MateoCA94401
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,300 - $2,5001 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Ivy Circle
1946 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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$2,350 - $2,400Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
119 N Claremont St
San MateoCA94401
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$2,5251 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
South Delaware Apartments
2021-2037 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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$2,575 - $3,7951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Madison Place
400 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Oakview
3135 Campus DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
39 Hobart Ave
San MateoCA94402
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$2,809 - $4,2571 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lakeshore Landing
2717 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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One Three Four Elm Apartments
142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,825 - $4,043Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 10
De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Park Laurel Apartments
710 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,875 - $4,110Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ryan Tower
120 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Bermuda Apartments
401 Bermuda DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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3655 Colegrove Apartments
3655 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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36th Avenue Apartments
49 W 36th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Montara
2775 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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zLaurel Place Apartments
52 E 41st PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Kiku Crossing
480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments
2831 Flores StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Mariner's West Apartments
735 Fathom DrSan Mateo, CA 94404
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1 Bedroom Apartments
1950 Ivy St
1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Gateway Apartments
438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1113 Haddon Dr
1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Shore Garden Apartments
505-565 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Terrace Hills
619 N San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401
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433 Turner Terrace
433 Turner TerSan Mateo, CA 94401
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960 Palm
960 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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100 Dartmouth Rd
100 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
816 N Delaware St
San MateoCA94401
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Shoreview, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shoreview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreview Studio Apartments | $2,897 | $1,995 | $3,899 |
| Shoreview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,605 | $2,300 | $5,140 |
| Shoreview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,057 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
| Shoreview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,115 | $3,795 | $7,037 |
| Shoreview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,742 | $5,610 | $7,875 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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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. Hillsdale Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,359. 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 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,359 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,594 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $2,809 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $2,945 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $2,969 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shoreview, CA
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shoreview area is the $3.70 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at West 5th in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,880. The second greatest value Shoreview apartment is the 3x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments starting at $3,275 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo 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. |
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| West 5th | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.70 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.39 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $4.39 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | One Bedroom One Bath 680 | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.16 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Shoreview, San Mateo, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shoreview Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shoreview?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shoreview is under $2,969.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shoreview?
The cheapest apartment in Shoreview is Hillsdale Garden which is listed at $2,525, while the average apartment in Shoreview costs $6,742.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shoreview?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Shoreview that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Shoreview?
Cheap apartments in Shoreview have an average cost of $271 which is $6,471 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shoreview.
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