Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,600 (17 Rentals)

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Chateau D'Oro Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau D'Oro Apartments

1001 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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Catania Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catania Apartments

2431 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Sofi Belmont Hills
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Belmont Hills

2515 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Ralston at Belmont
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ralston at Belmont

1000 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002

Western Hills, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Western Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Hills area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St priced from $2,275. Hillsdale Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,299. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
Hillsdale GardenStudioStudio,1BA$2,299
The Riley at Belmont HillsStudioStudio,1BA$2,363
Crown Towers Apartments2071BR,1BA$2,695
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$2,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, CA

As of October 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Carlmont Apartments in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Western Hills apartment is the 2x2 Model at Oakview starting at $3,495 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carlmont Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.41
Oakview2x22BR,2BA$3.25
2727 EdisonBrentwood2BR,2BA$3.56
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.05
1015 Continentals (Casa Belview)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.38
Belmont Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.91
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$3.60
Crown Towers Apartments2071BR,1BA$3.62
1950 Ivy St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.79
Hillsdale GardenStudioStudio ,1BA$4.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Western Hills, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #28

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Western Hills Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Western Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Western Hills is at Hillsdale Garden listed at $2,299.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Hills Apartment is $2,275 at 1950 Ivy St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Western Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Western Hills is starting from $2,795 at Belmont Square Apartments.

What is the most affordable Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Western Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hillsdale Garden and starts from $4,540.

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