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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo CA

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1 Bedroom San Mateo, CA Apartments for Rent

San Mateo, CA offers over 165 one-bedroom apartments, giving you plenty of options to find a home that fits your lifestyle. Easily browse verified listings, compare prices, check availability, and explore photos and floor plans to visualize your new space. Renting a one-bedroom apartment provides privacy, independence, and the freedom to design a home that reflects your personality—whether you’re setting the thermostat to your preference, arranging furniture, or stocking your pantry just the way you like. Start your search today and discover a one-bedroom apartment in San Mateo that’s entirely yours.

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San Mateo, CA Rental Insights

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Mateo, CA is $3,250. In general, rentals in central or high-demand neighborhoods cost more than those farther from downtown.

The average size of a 1-bedroom apartment in San Mateo, CA is 691 square feet, though layouts vary by building and location.

Neighborhoods outside downtown San Mateo, CA, such as Beresford Park, Sugarloaf, and Shoreview, usually have the most affordable 1-bedroom apartments while still offering access to local amenities and transit.

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