
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, FL from $900 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in San Mateo.


Stone Cove

Palatka Oaks Apartments

Summerset

Summer Breeze

The Southerly at St. Augustine

Tuscan Reserve Apartments

Ocean Shore Villa
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Integra Woods

The Palms at Town Center

Flagler Crossing

CAMELLIA WORLD COMMERCE CENTER

Ascend Durbin Park

Longleaf at St. Johns

Stratford Mill

Eight Winds

Seaside Villas Apartments
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Aria Durbin Creek

The Bradley St Augustine

Madison Fountains

Evolve Palm Coast

Landing at St Augustine

Marbella Palm Coast

Soluna

Wilton Palm Coast

MAA Fleming Island
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The Southerly at The Shipyard

Terrassa Luxury Apartments

Brisa

Pointe Grand Palm Coast

Aspire at Silverleaf

Tapestry Palmera

The Elysian

Sentosa Beachwalk

1511 S Palm Ave
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124 Browns Fish Camp Rd

719 Fern St

3204 Silver Lake Dr

208 S 13th St

125 W Forest Park Dr

601 Mc Clure St

312 Paradise Cir
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1012 Eagle St

505 N 9th St
San Mateo, FL 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 | $1,299 | $984 | $1,429 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $910 | $2,234 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,040 | $3,390 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,375 | $4,290 |
| San Mateo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,400 | $2,550 |
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Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Mateo, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at St Johns Landing Apartments in the The Colony at Greenbriar neighborhood priced from $910. Stone Cove in the Sunset Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $984. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns Landing Apartments | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Stone Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| Palatka Oaks Apartments | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| Summerset | 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom | 1BR,2BA | $1,089 |
| Summer Breeze | 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom | 1BR,2BA | $1,089 |
| Tuscan Reserve Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,237 |
| Ocean Shore Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Preserve at Flagler Beach | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
| Flagler Crossing | A2W | 1BR,1BA | $1,309 |
| Ascend Durbin Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, FL and Nearby
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $1.61 price per square foot Daffodil Model at 360 Communities at Shearwater in the in the Mill Creek Landing neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the C1 Model at Beacon Point Townes starting at $2,195 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 Communities at Shearwater | Daffodil | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| Beacon Point Townes | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Pointe Grand Palm Coast | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Southerly at St. Augustine | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| The Reserve at Brookhaven | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Barrington | Timucuan | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Palms at Town Center | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Seaside Villas Apartments | Starboard | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Evolve Palm Coast | Seacrest | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| St Johns Landing Apartments | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Getting Around San Mateo, FL
Walk Score®
12 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Mateo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Mateo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Mateo is at Stone Cove listed at $984.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment is $910 at St Johns Landing Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Mateo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is starting from $1,040 at St Johns Landing Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Mateo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at St Johns Landing Apartments and starts from $1,375.
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.
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