
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sugarloaf Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (8 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sugarloaf?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugarloaf Studio Apartments | $2,195 | $1,980 | $2,374 |
| Sugarloaf 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,523 | $2,395 | $8,861 |
| Sugarloaf 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,189 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
| Sugarloaf 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,460 | $3,422 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 8 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 Studio unit found at 3633 Colegrove Apartments priced from $1,945. Oakview has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,205. Here are the most affordable Sugarloaf apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Oakview | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,205 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,218 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sugarloaf, CA
As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sugarloaf area is the $3.51 price per square foot Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,684. The second greatest value Sugarloaf apartment is the TMA 2+2 Model at Ralston at Belmont starting at $3,586 with a $3.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 2 Bed E | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| 2821 San Ardo Way | 2821 San Ardo Way | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.24 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 207 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Oakview | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSugarloaf, San Mateo, CA
Ranked #33
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Sugarloaf Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sugarloaf Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sugarloaf?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sugarloaf is under $3,677.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sugarloaf?
The cheapest apartment in Sugarloaf is 3633 Colegrove Apartments which is listed at $2,395, while the average apartment in Sugarloaf costs $4,640.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sugarloaf?
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 14 regular apartments in Sugarloaf 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 Sugarloaf?
Cheap apartments in Sugarloaf have an average cost of $1,911 which is $2,729 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sugarloaf.
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