
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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1520 Noe Ave

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 | $2,597 | $2,350 | $2,820 |
| South Shoreview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,537 | $3,000 | $5,139 |
| South Shoreview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,975 | $4,200 | $6,670 |
| South Shoreview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,023 | $6,677 | $7,467 |
| South Shoreview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azara | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,960 |
| Metropolitan | Plan 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $4,706 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shoreview, CA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Shoreview area is the $5.62 price per square foot Plan 1AR Model at Metropolitan in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,706. The second greatest value South Shoreview apartment is the 1A Model at Azara starting at $3,960 with a $5.12 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 1AR | 1BR,1BA | $5.62 |
| Azara | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.12 |
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 $3,960 at Azara.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Shoreview Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Shoreview is starting from $5,400 at Azara.
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