Apartments for Rent in San Mateo CA
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Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $2,950/mo
Up 4% From Last Year
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Explore Rent Prices Near San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA’s average rent price is $3,403 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Hillsborough | $2,398 |
| Foster City | $3,237 |
| Belmont | $2,749 |
| Burlingame | $3,903 |
| San Carlos | $3,767 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
San Mateo, CA Apartments for Rent
San Mateo, located 20 miles south of San Francisco on the Peninsula, combines suburban living with city conveniences. The downtown area features more than 800 shops and restaurants within preserved 19th and early 20th-century architecture. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the city's parks, including Central Park, home to a Japanese tea garden, rose garden, and miniature train. At Coyote Point Park, residents can explore 670 acres of recreational space for activities like windsurfing and sailing, or visit CuriOdyssey, a science museum and wildlife center. Current rental rates range from $2,445 for studios to $5,067 for three-bedroom units.
San Mateo's distinct neighborhoods each offer their own character, from the historic downtown district to Bay Meadows, an 83-acre transit-oriented development. The Hillsdale area, centered around the modernized Hillsdale Shopping Center, provides extensive shopping options and easy access to public transit. The College of San Mateo campus sits in the western foothills, offering educational opportunities across its 153-acre campus with sweeping views of the bay.
San Mateo, CA Rental Insights
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The average rent in San Mateo, CA is $2,948 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,631, which means housing in San Mateo, CA is slightly more expensive than much of the country.
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Find affordable apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Sugarloaf, Beresford Park, and Shoreview. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.
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The most popular ZIP codes for renters in San Mateo, CA are 94401, 94404, 94403, and 94402.
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You can find flexible rentals in San Mateo, CA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 926 San Mateo apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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San Mateo, CA has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in San Mateo, CA have access to College of San Mateo, Menlo College, Canada College, and Skyline College.
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