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property at 3031 Flores St

3031 Flores St

San MateoCA94403
property at 699 Sylvan St

699 Sylvan St

Daly CityCA94014

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property at 410 Spruce Ave

410 Spruce Ave

South San FranciscoCA94080
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14 State St

San MateoCA94401

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Cheapest Available San Mateo County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Mateo County, CA is a Studio unit found at Walnut Studios in the McDougal neighborhood priced from $916. 751 Vista Dr in the West Atherton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Mateo County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walnut StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$916
751 Vista Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Bonnie Brae TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo County, CA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo County area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value San Mateo County apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1442 Gordon Street starting at $3,295 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the West Atherton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
718 N Claremont St2 Bedrooms + Family Room2BR,1BA$2.67
1442 Gordon Street2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.08
The Wellesley Crescent Apartments2x22BR,2BA$3.04
Woodland Park2-2 Apartment2BR,2BA$2.79
1501 E 3rd Ave, Unit 31501 E 3rd Ave2BR,1BA$2.85
Belmont Square Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.05
718 1st Ave, Unit 1718 1st Ave1BR,1BA$2.88
751 Vista Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.79
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01
Walnut StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$2.54

Frequently Asked Questions about San Mateo County

What type of rentals are currently available in San Mateo County?

There are currently 5308 Apartments for Rent in San Mateo County, CA with pricing that ranges from $916 to $14,000. There are also 295 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Mateo County ranging from $1,150 to $90,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Mateo County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Mateo County ranges from $1,150 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,856.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Mateo County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Mateo County range from $3,300 to $11,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,750 to $9,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,625 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.