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490 Idaho St

490 Idaho St, San Mateo, CA 94401

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba — Not Available
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba — Not Available
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba — Not Available

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  • Built in 1961
  • 22 units/3 stories

About 490 Idaho St San Mateo, CA 94401

Thanks for your interest in 490 Idaho St. This community can be found in the 94401 area of San Mateo. From amenities to location, the professional leasing staff is ready to help you find the perfect floorplan option. Come by to see the current floorplan options. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.

490 Idaho St is an apartment community located in San Mateo County and the 94401 ZIP Code. This area is served by the South San Francisco Unified School District attendance zone.

Location
490 Idaho St, San Mateo,
CA 94401
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Under 30 minutes

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Neighborhood

True to its name, North Central is a large neighborhood that offers residents easy access to the best of San Mateo and the Bay Area. This trendy neighborhood has a variety of rental options available including mid-rise apartments, luxury condos, and Mediterranean-style houses and townhomes. North Central is located directly north of Downtown San Mateo and the neighborhood’s southern border is part of the downtown area as well. Access to Highway 82, Route 101, and a rail station allows easy travel north into San Francisco and south towards San Jose.

Although North Central has its own amenities, residents enjoy living within walking distance of downtown’s restaurants, grocers, and retailers. North Central is also directly east of Downtown Burlingame, providing residents with even more options for shopping, dining, and entertainment.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

North Central San Mateo, CA
Studio $2,148 $2,500
1 Bedroom $2,686 $3,076
2 Bedrooms $3,377 $3,983
3 Bedrooms $4,027 $5,428

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 425 Sq Ft $2,095 $2,581 $3,547
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 781 Sq Ft $2,495 $3,854 $5,330
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1147 Sq Ft $2,960 $5,421 $6,445
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1133 Sq Ft $3,795 $5,280 $7,037
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
College of San Mateo
Drive: 8 min 5.8 mi
Skyline College
Drive: 19 min 11.1 mi
Menlo College
Drive: 19 min 13.1 mi
Canada College
Drive: 20 min 14.5 mi
490 Idaho St is within 8 minutes or 5.8 miles from College of San Mateo. It is also near Skyline College and Menlo College.
Schools
Hillside Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Meadows Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
360 Students
Nearby
San Mateo High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,557 Students
Attendance Zone
La Escuelita Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in San Mateo include Millbrae (Caltrain Transfer Platform), located 4.8 miles from 490 Idaho St. 490 Idaho St is near San Francisco International, located 6.1 miles or 11 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 26.3 miles or 33 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Millbrae (Caltrain Transfer Platform)
Drive: 9 min 4.8 mi
International Terminal And A Gates
Drive: 10 min 5.7 mi
Terminal 1
Drive: 10 min 5.9 mi
Terminal 2
Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
Terminal 3
Drive: 12 min 6.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
San Mateo Caltrain Station Northbound
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Burlingame Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Broadway Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Hayward Park Caltrain Station Northbound
Drive: 4 min 3.1 mi
Hayward Park Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 5 min 3.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Francisco International
 Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
Metro Oakland International
 Drive: 33 min 26.3 mi

Walkability Near 490 Idaho St San Mateo, CA 94401

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 490 Idaho St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Woodlake Shopping Center
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Gateway Crossing Center
Drive: 2 min 1.3 mi
Shoreview Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
490 Idaho St has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Coyote Point Recreational Area
 Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
CuriOdyssey
 Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Japanese Tea Garden (San Mateo)
 Drive: 3 min 1.8 mi
San Mateo Arboretum
 Drive: 3 min 2.0 mi
Shoreline Parks
 Drive: 3 min 2.1 mi
490 Idaho St has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Coyote Point Recreational Area, CuriOdyssey, and Shoreline Parks.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Peninsula Medical Center
Drive: 8 min 4.3 mi
San Mateo Medical Center
Drive: 7 min 4.6 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Redwood City
Drive: 10 min 8.4 mi
490 Idaho St has 3 hospitals within 8.4 miles, the nearest is Peninsula Medical Center which is 4.3 miles away and a 8 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Oakland Army Base
Drive: 41 min 26.6 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station Alameda
Drive: 45 min 33.7 mi
Alameda/US Naval Air Station San Francisco
Drive: 45 min 33.9 mi
490 Idaho St has 3 military bases within 33.9 miles, the nearest is Oakland Army Base which is 26.6 miles away and a 41 minute drive.
 
 
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Does 490 Idaho St have in-unit laundry?

490 Idaho St does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 490 Idaho St?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at 490 Idaho St?

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Is 490 Idaho St pet-friendly?

490 Idaho St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does 490 Idaho St have move-in specials?

490 Idaho St is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does 490 Idaho St offer Matterport 3D tours?

While 490 Idaho St does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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