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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Hills Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,600 (10 Rentals)
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Oakview
3135 Campus DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Ivy Circle
1946 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments
2831 Flores StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1950 Ivy St
1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Glendora Apartments
3223 Glendora DrSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Bonnie Brae Terrace, A 62+ Community
2400 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Chateau D'Oro Apartments
1001 Continentals WayBelmont, CA 94002
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Catania Apartments
2431 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Carlmont Hills Apartments
2401 Carlmont DrBelmont, CA 94002
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Western Hills, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Hills Studio Apartments | $2,819 | $1,850 | $3,440 |
| Western Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,190 | $2,095 | $4,020 |
| Western Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,849 | $2,700 | $6,381 |
| Western Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,526 | $3,623 | $5,007 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Western Hills Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Western Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Hills area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Oakview priced from $2,205. Hillsdale Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,365. Here are the most affordable Western Hills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakview | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,205 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,365 |
| Ralston at Belmont | TMA 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,636 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Hills, CA
As of January 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Hills area is the $4.88 price per square foot H Model at MODE Apartments in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $5,100. The second greatest value Western Hills apartment is the R TMA 1+1 Model at Ralston at Belmont starting at $2,704 with a $3.40 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| MODE Apartments | H | 2BR,2BA | $4.88 |
| Ralston at Belmont | R TMA 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Belmont Terrace | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Hillside Gardens | Castle Peak | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 209 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| 2727 Edison | Beresford | 1BR,1BA | $4.84 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | Studio ,1BA | $4.47 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.17 |
| The Riley at Belmont Hills | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.32 |
| Oakview | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Western Hills, San Mateo, CA
Highlands Elementary
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (385)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Western Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Western Hills is under $3,373.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Western Hills is Oakview which is listed at $2,595, while the average apartment in Western Hills costs $4,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western Hills?
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 5 regular apartments in Western Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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