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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shoreview Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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Casa Baywood
212 S El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Ivy Circle
1946 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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South Delaware Apartments
2021-2037 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Furnished Studio-San Francisco - San Mateo - SFO
1830 Gateway DrSan Mateo, CA 94404
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Madison Place
400 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan 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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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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The Preston at Hillsdale
3110 Casa De CampoSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Shore Garden Apartments
505-565 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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 | $2,708 | $2,095 | $3,575 |
| Shoreview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,610 | $2,300 | $8,352 |
| Shoreview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,545 | $2,714 | $10,000+ |
| Shoreview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,209 | $3,795 | $6,907 |
| Shoreview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,852 | $5,830 | $7,875 |
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There are currently 28 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. Casa Baywood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. 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 |
| Casa Baywood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,488 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,614 |
| Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 1st FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,715 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,825 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $2,970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shoreview, CA
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shoreview area is the $2.47 price per square foot 21 El Cerrito Ave Model at 21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21 in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Shoreview apartment is the 3x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments starting at $3,795 with a $3.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21 | 21 El Cerrito Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.47 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.73 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed D | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| West 5th | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 1st FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| Casa Baywood | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.83 |
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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 $2,970.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shoreview?
The cheapest apartment in Shoreview is Madison Place which is listed at $2,575, while the average apartment in Shoreview costs $6,852.
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 2 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 $307 which is $6,545 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shoreview.
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