What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom in San Mateo, CA?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Mateo, CA is $3,076. In general, rentals in central or high-demand neighborhoods cost more than those farther from downtown.

How big is a typical 1-bedroom in San Mateo, CA?

The average size of a 1-bedroom apartment in San Mateo, CA is 697 square feet, though layouts vary by building and location.

Which neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA have the lowest 1-bedroom rents?

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

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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo CA

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Bridgepointe

1987 Bridgepointe Pky, San Mateo, CA 94404
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$3,459+

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$3,434+

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CitySouth

3055 La Selva Ln, San Mateo, CA 94403
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$2,983+

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Hillsdale Garden

3500 Edison St, San Mateo, CA 94403
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$2,609+

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$2,602+

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De Sabla Apartments

10 De Sabla Rd, San Mateo, CA 94402
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$3,175+
Colonial Garden Apartments

460 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,594+
The Triton

55 Triton Park Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
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$3,802+

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$3,795+

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Artisan Crossing

1325 Old County Rd, Belmont, CA 94002
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$3,870+

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Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes

203 Laurie Meadows Dr, San Mateo, CA 94403
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$2,843+

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$2,767+
Ryan Tower

120 W 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94402
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Park Place at San Mateo

1101-1101 Park Pl, San Mateo, CA 94403
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$3,923+
West 5th

85 W 5th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94402
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Madison Place

400 E Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94403
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$2,625+
The Hayden

815 Old County Rd, Belmont, CA 94002
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$3,820+

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$3,814+

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Waters Edge

1200 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
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$3,785
Northpark

1080 Carolan Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
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$3,165+
eaves Foster City

700 Marlin Ave, Foster City, CA 94404
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$2,871+

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Trestle

333 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070
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$3,904+
Beach Cove

703 Catamaran St, Foster City, CA 94404
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$2,698+

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Harbor Cove

900 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
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$3,000+

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Alta off the Avenue

1415 Floribunda Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
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337 S Fremont St Unit PL FL2-ID435

337 S Fremont St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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One Three Four Elm Apartments

142 Elm St, San Mateo, CA 94401

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$2,815
Ambassador Apartments

145 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401

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$2,575
Hillside Gardens

810 Polhemus Rd, San Mateo, CA 94402

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$2,700
Shadow Cove

1055 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

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$3,187+
969 E Street

969 E St, Belmont, CA 94002

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Arlington

1401 Floribunda Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010

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$2,825
Tradewind Surf Apartments

801 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

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$2,300
Tradewind Surf Apartments

1110 Polynesia Dr, Foster City, CA 94404

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$2,150+
Lakeview Garden

844 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401

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Metropolitan

338 S Fremont St, San Mateo, CA 94401

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$4,168+
Lakeshore Landing

2717 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA 94403

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$2,907+
Chesapeake Point

1633 Marina Ct, San Mateo, CA 94403

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$3,235
Station Park Green

430 Station Park Cir S100, San Mateo, CA 94402

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$3,687+
Azara San Mateo

1650 S Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94402

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$4,055+
Fiesta Apartments

640-700 19th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403

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$2,550
Royal Pines

525 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401

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3633 Colegrove Apartments

3633 Colegrove St, San Mateo, CA 94403

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$2,595
888 San Mateo Apartments

888 N San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401

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$3,350+
Oakview

3135 Campus Dr, San Mateo, CA 94403

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$2,795+
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1 Bedroom San Mateo, CA Apartments for Rent

San Mateo, CA offers over 292 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 $3,076. 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 697 square feet, though layouts vary by building and location.
: Neighborhoods outside downtown San Mateo, CA, such as Beresford Park, North B-Tilton Avenue, and Hillsdale, usually have the most affordable 1-bedroom apartments while still offering access to local amenities and transit.

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