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200 Anita Rd

1024 Paloma Ave

1435 Edgehill Dr

1704 Barroilhet Ave

413 Cork Harbour Cir

55 Cove Ln

465 W Maple Way

zLaurel Place Apartments

128 Lorton Ave

2801 Hillside Dr

1919 Alameda de las Pulgas

La Casa Harmosa

Tidelands

422 East Sixteenth

27 E 41st Pl

134 North Ellsworth

Mark Diablo Apartments

415 Rogell Ct

119 S Claremont St

85 Tilton Ave

The Peninsula Regent

Woodlake Condominiums

3905 Pacific

54 E 39th Ave

1509 South Claremont

Amelia

41 N Claremont St

Lido Lane

Meridian Bay

1070 Elmer

860-862 864 Gordon St

1005 Burlingame

1214 - 1216 Capuchino

1103 Douglas Ave

107 Highland Ave

216 Anita Rd

904 Bayswater Ave

7 Highland Ave

1501 Ralston Ave

1340 Cherry St

1432 San Carlos Ave

The Residences at Wheeler Plaza

409 Walnut St

Pelican Cove

116 Elm St

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

1113 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon Dr

701-703 Prospect Row
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 | $3,279 | $1,875 | $4,248 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,913 | $2,150 | $9,200 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,034 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,997 | $3,275 | $8,286 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,894 | $3,285 | $6,960 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,864 | $4,995 | $7,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $9,200 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $24,000 | $10,000 | $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, August 31, 2026, there are currently 1,773 available San Mateo apartments priced from $1,875 to $11,103, with an average monthly rent of $4,401.
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 7,908 listings, Outer Danville San Ramon with 7,112 listings, and Oakland Hills with 6,820 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in San Mateo?
There are currently 830 Studio Apartments in San Mateo with rent ranges from $1,875 to $4,248 with an average price of $3,279.
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 $9,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,913.
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 $11,103. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,034.
How expensive are San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 221 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Mateo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,275 to $8,286 - averaging $5,997 for the location.
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