
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo Neighborhood of Santa Fe, NM from $800 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the San Mateo area of Santa Fe.


516 Hillside Ave

522 Hillside Ave

Evergreen Apartments

1450 Cerrillos Rd
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Vizcaya

Artista

949 Agua Fria St
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San Mateo, Santa Fe, NM 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 | $1,007 | $899 | $1,565 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $1,100 | $2,500 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $1,378 | $2,700 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,064 | $1,895 | $2,315 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Mateo Neighborhood of Santa Fe, NM.
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Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Mateo area of Santa Fe, NM is a Studio unit found at Santa Fe Suites priced from $899. Evergreen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent in Santa Fe, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Vizcaya | Carlsbad | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, NM
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $2.18 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms Model at Shoofly Station Apartments in the in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the 1417 Agua Fria St Model at 1417 Agua Fria St, Unit Front starting at $2,500 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Pueblos Del Sol 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoofly Station Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 1417 Agua Fria St, Unit Front | 1417 Agua Fria St | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 245 Rosario Blvd, Unit A | 245 Rosario Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Local 1896 | 1x1ArT1 - 1X1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Olympus Rodeo | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Altitude at Vizcaya | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Vizcaya | Carlsbad | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Artista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Dakota Canyon | La Casa A | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Mateo, Santa Fe, NM
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 Santa Fe Suites listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment is $1,149 at Evergreen 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 $1,378 at Evergreen 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 Artista and starts from $1,895.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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