
Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (1,764 Rentals) Page 7 of 36


412 Studio Cor

1219 2nd Ave

423 Studio Cir

2323 Flores St

1742 S Grant St

1110 Haddon Dr

1401-1403 Cary Ave

412 N Bayshore Fwy

The Highlands

16 E Poplar Ave

400 N Bayshore Fwy

2525 S Norfolk St

432 Studio Cor

1481 Beacon Ave

48 A-D Ellsworth Ave

120 23rd Ave

1006 S Idaho St

25 Lorton Ave

20 E Poplar Ave

El Colorado

70 N Bayshore Blvd

3401 Csm Dr

126 N Claremont St

Katherine Court

606 S El Camino Real

504 E Hillsdale Ct

600 19th Ave

The Jack of Diamonds

20 E 41st Pl

1101 Tilton Ave

123 E Poplar Ave

37 Lorton Ave

54 9th Ave

511 Highland Ave

934-936 S B St

321 Monte Diablo Ave

102-104 Hobart Ave

1836 El Parque Ct

367 N Claremont St

105-107 24th Ave

61-65 Lodato Ave

700-702 1st Ave

1406 Kalmia St

409 S Idaho St

102-104 44th Ave

Canterbury

2519 Hacienda St

851 Highland Ave

128 N Grant St
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 | $3,224 | $1,875 | $3,980 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,866 | $2,150 | $9,114 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,059 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,928 | $3,275 | $9,396 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,470 | $5,470 | $5,470 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,777 | $3,285 | $6,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,187 | $4,710 | $7,885 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $10,798 | $5,595 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $13,700 | $9,400 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $31,999 | $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 03, 2026, there are currently 1,764 available San Mateo apartments priced from $1,875 to $10,821, with an average monthly rent of $4,377.
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 7,904 listings, Outer Danville San Ramon with 7,102 listings, and Oakland Hills with 6,813 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in San Mateo?
There are currently 826 Studio Apartments in San Mateo with rent ranges from $1,875 to $3,980 with an average price of $3,224.
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 $9,114 with an average monthly rent of $3,866.
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 $10,821. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,059.
How expensive are San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 220 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Mateo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,275 to $9,396 - averaging $5,928 for the location.
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