
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in San Mateo County, CA (555 Rentals)
Apartments in San Mateo County with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Hanover Burlingame

Pacific Place Apartments

Revery

Lume

One Adrian

Vasara

Springline

The Triton

Two50 Downtown
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Trestle

The Hayden

Highwater

Metropolitan

Six50Live, Menlo Park

Station 16 Apartments

Artisan Crossing

OceanAire Apartment Homes

Franklin 299

Park Place at San Mateo
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Harbor Cove

Franklin Street Apartment Homes

Country Club

520 El Camino Real

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Altitude Apartments

362 Alida Way

885 Woodside

Mavericks Apartments

Huxley
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ROEN Menlo Park

Azara San Mateo

Lantern Cove

Burlingame Towers

Radius

Station Park Green

Beachwalk

Gatewood Village

Casa Baywood

eaves Foster City

Horizons West Apartments

Avalon San Bruno

The Plaza

Acappella

201 Marshall

888 San Mateo Apartments

Fosters Landing

The Villas at Bair Island

One Hundred Grand

Lakeshore Landing
San Mateo County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo County Studio Apartments | $2,778 | $1,700 | $8,525 |
| San Mateo County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $1,900 | $8,021 |
| San Mateo County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,551 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,064 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
| San Mateo County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,660 | $4,500 | $7,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Mateo County
How much are Studio apartments in San Mateo County?
There are currently 2,594 Studio Apartments in San Mateo County with rent ranges from $1,700 to $8,525 with an average price of $4,700.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Mateo County Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Mateo County ranges from $1,900 to $8,021 with an average monthly rent of $3,450.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo County cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Mateo County range from $2,650 to $20,892. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,551.
How expensive are San Mateo County Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 712 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Mateo County on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,600 to $10,000 - averaging $6,064 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!