
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sugarloaf Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (66 Rentals)
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Madison Place

Glendora Apartments

Oakview

3633 Colegrove Apartments

zLaurel Place Apartments

27 E 41st Pl

1321 Palos Verdes Dr

1301 Palos Verdes Dr

20 E 41st Pl
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49 E 40th Ave

Glendora Gardens

Rivertree Condominiums

4107 Beresford St

2045-2047 Fairmont Dr

1209 W Hillsdale Blvd

40 28th Ave

2830 Flores St

1401 Cherrywood Dr

3236-3238 Countryside Dr
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103 W 38th Ave

68 38th Ave W

2712 Flores St

111 28th Ave

504 E Hillsdale Ct

508 E Hillsdale Ct

1308 Palos Verdes Dr

1217 W Hillsdale Blvd

4329 Beresford St

4004 Beresford St
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1401 Cedarwood Dr

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Quimby

Flores Manor Apartments
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82 E. 39th Avenue

1300 Palos Verdes Dr

The Pines

Westwood Apartments

Hawthorne

19 East 41st Place

124 27th Ave

32 East Fortieth

4333 Beresford St

72 E 39th Avenue
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Sugarloaf, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sugarloaf?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugarloaf Studio Apartments | $2,648 | $2,648 | $2,648 |
| Sugarloaf 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,839 | $2,595 | $9,114 |
| Sugarloaf 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,641 | $3,388 | $10,000+ |
| Sugarloaf 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,556 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sugarloaf Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sugarloaf Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sugarloaf area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Madison Place priced from $2,695. Oakview has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,825. Here are the most affordable Sugarloaf apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Glendora Apartments | Glendora 1x1wd | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $4,267 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $4,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sugarloaf, CA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sugarloaf area is the $4.06 price per square foot TMA 2+2 Model at Ralston at Belmont in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $4,267. The second greatest value Sugarloaf apartment is the Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison starting at $4,699 with a $4.48 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sugarloaf apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $4.48 |
| Glendora Apartments | Glendora 1x1wd | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sugarloaf Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sugarloaf Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sugarloaf Apartment is $2,695 at Madison Place.
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