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Studio Apartments for Rent in San Mateo CA

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San Mateo, CA Studio Apartments for Rent

Find 61 studio apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA on Apartments.com. These compact units are ideal for anyone who values affordability, functionality, and a minimalistic lifestyle. Use search filters to narrow results by price, location, or specific features. For a more personal experience, select the “3D Tour” filter and enjoy an immersive digital walk-through with Matterport Virtual Tours. With everything in one place, finding a studio apartment in San Mateo that fits your needs has never been easier.

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San Mateo, CA Rental Insights

The average rent for a studio apartment in San Mateo, CA is $2,705. Studios in central neighborhoods usually cost more than those farther from downtown.

The average size of a studio apartment in San Mateo, CA is 471 Sq Ft, though layouts vary by building and location.

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

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