
Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA (1,764 Rentals) Page 8 of 36


400 Rand St

1104 7th Ave

524 E Hillsdale Ct

372 N Delaware St

121 Tilton Ave

8 N Fremont St

3909 Pacific Blvd

115 Anita Rd

Nazareth Terrace

859 Highland Ave

1116-1120 Folkstone Ave

37 West 40th

460 Studio Cir

49 E 40th Ave

4329 Beresford St

954 Palm Ave

341 Romona St

42 Mcaker Ct

815 E 4th Ave

1932 Ivy St

68 38th Ave W

332 Highland Ave

410 Monte Diablo Ave

603 E 5th Ave

1841 El Parque Ct

1006-1008 Monte Diablo Ave

410 Rogell Ct

338 N San Mateo Dr

220 Peninsula Ave

18 Hayward Ave

361 N Claremont St

12 N Idaho St

2015 Parrott Dr

709 S Eldorado St

1750 S Grant St

71 9th Ave

808 Laurel Ave

449 Villa Terr.

922 N Idaho St

1738 S Grant St

911-913 9th Ave

145 N Kingston St

117 N Eldorado St

112 N Claremont St

340 E Santa Inez Ave

226 23rd Ave

256 Villa Ter

445 N San Mateo Dr

2712 Flores 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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