
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shoreview Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,000 (85 Rentals)
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Metropolitan

Fourth Circle

Park Laurel Apartments

422 East Sixteenth

Tidelands

224 S Idaho St

18 Hayward Ave

1113 Haddon Dr

701 E 9th Ave
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1722 S Grant St

1766 S Grant St

Promenade

606 S Idaho St

603 E 5th Ave

The Stratford

54 9th Ave

1738 S Grant St

48-50 N Idaho St

1754 S Grant St
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6 Avila Rd

Fremont Terrace

1221 Beacon Ave

1758 S Grant St

726 E 5th Ave

222 S Fremont St

907 9th Ave

1666 S Grant St

11 S Idaho St

1110 Haddon Dr
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42 Hayward Ave

1101 Tilton Ave

71 9th Ave

8 Seville Way

602 S Eldorado St

105 Hobart Ave

1229 S B St

1415 Palm Ave

43 Hobart Ave

400 Rand St
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718 10th Ave

1662 S Grant St

1654 South Grant St

1453 E 3rd Ave

1321 S B St

30 N Bayshore Fwy

232 S Humboldt St

150 N Idaho St

283 Lindbergh St
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South Shoreview, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shoreview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Shoreview Studio Apartments | $2,642 | $2,350 | $2,910 |
| South Shoreview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,532 | $2,850 | $5,170 |
| South Shoreview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,854 | $5,057 | $6,408 |
| South Shoreview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,761 | $6,415 | $7,205 |
| South Shoreview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,742 | $5,610 | $7,875 |
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There are currently 85 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Shoreview Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Shoreview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Shoreview area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Laurel Apartments priced from $2,850. Azara San Mateo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $4,050. Here are the most affordable South Shoreview apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4,050 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 2IR | 2BR,2BA | $5,979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shoreview, CA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Shoreview area is the $5.04 price per square foot Plan 2IR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $5,979. The second greatest value South Shoreview apartment is the 1x1 1A Model at Azara San Mateo starting at $4,050 with a $5.24 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Shoreview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan | Plan 2IR | 2BR,2BA | $5.04 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shoreview Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shoreview Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shoreview Apartment is $2,850 at Park Laurel Apartments.
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