
Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (1,766 Rentals) Page 12 of 36


470 19th Ave

33-35 Arroyo Ct

Alden Court

224-228 E Poplar Ave

100 42nd Ave

129 South Blvd

Ramona Street Apartments

721 S Idaho St

611 S Eldorado St

21 Highland Ave

670 N El Camino Real

2210 Flores St

924 E 4th Ave

401 Studio Cir

517 N San Mateo Dr

411 Studio Cir

452 Studio Cir

1815 El Parque Ct

430 Grand Blvd

416 Turner Ter

1419 S B St

230 N Delaware St

217 Villa Ter

Versailles

1306 E Poplar Ave

1646 S Grant St

150-156 N Ellsworth Ave

140 N Kingston St

1662 S Grant St

46 Barneson Ave

1850 El Parque Ct

3329 Los Prados St

444 Studio Cor

747 N Amphlett Blvd

416 Villa Ter

1321 S B St

123 N Delaware St

211 N Ellsworth Ave

619-623 Prospect Row

558-560 S El Camino Real

412 Grand Blvd

224 State St

811 Laurel Ave

78 29th Ave

341 N Claremont St

245 S Humboldt St

1658 S Grant St

18 S Idaho St

25 9th Ave
San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $3,315 | $1,850 | $4,252 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,945 | $2,150 | $9,717 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,888 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,123 | $3,275 | $9,845 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,310 | $5,310 | $5,310 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,420 | $3,200 | $5,780 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,037 | $4,910 | $7,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $9,589 | $5,595 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $19,066 | $9,200 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $29,249 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Mateo
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA?
As of today, September 19, 2026, there are currently 1,766 available San Mateo apartments priced from $1,850 to $10,918, with an average monthly rent of $4,322.
What San Mateo neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 37 neighborhoods in the San Mateo area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Japantown with 7,930 listings, Outer Danville San Ramon with 7,117 listings, and Oakland Hills with 6,816 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in San Mateo?
There are currently 831 Studio Apartments in San Mateo with rent ranges from $1,850 to $4,252 with an average price of $3,315.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Mateo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Mateo ranges from $2,150 to $9,717 with an average monthly rent of $3,945.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Mateo range from $2,650 to $10,918. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,888.
How expensive are San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 222 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Mateo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,275 to $9,845 - averaging $6,123 for the location.
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