What is the average rent for a studio in San Mateo, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in San Mateo, CA is $2,643. Studios in central neighborhoods usually cost more than those farther from downtown.

How many square feet is a typical studio in San Mateo, CA?

The average size of a studio apartment in San Mateo, CA is 468 Sq Ft, though layouts vary by building and location.

Which neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA have the most budget friendly studios?

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

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Studio Apartments for Rent in San Mateo CA

77 Rentals Available

Hillsdale Garden

3500 Edison St, San Mateo, CA 94403
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$2,482+

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$2,475+
Two50 Downtown

250 Baldwin Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
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$3,445

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De Sabla Apartments

10 De Sabla Rd, San Mateo, CA 94402
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Artisan Crossing

1325 Old County Rd, Belmont, CA 94002
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$3,014+

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Ryan Tower

120 W 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94402
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Country Club

420 N Bayshore Fwy, San Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,095+

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The Hayden

815 Old County Rd, Belmont, CA 94002
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Northpark

1080 Carolan Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
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Harbor Cove

900 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
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$3,505
Alta off the Avenue

1415 Floribunda Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
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$2,550
South Delaware Apartments

2021-2037 S Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94403

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$2,250
Arlington

1401 Floribunda Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010

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$2,725
Shadow Cove

1055 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

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$3,088+
Tradewind Surf Apartments

1110 Polynesia Dr, Foster City, CA 94404

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$1,875
Tradewind Surf Apartments

801 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

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$1,975
Casa Baywood

212 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401

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Station Park Green

430 Station Park Cir S100, San Mateo, CA 94402

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$3,499+
888 San Mateo Apartments

888 N San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401

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$2,895+
The Lagoons

611 Bounty Dr, Foster City, CA 94404

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$3,330+
The Bower

1095 Rollins Rd, Burlingame, CA 94010

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$2,940+
The Riley at Belmont Hills

1039 Continentals Way, Belmont, CA 94002

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Furnished Studio-San Francisco - San Mateo - SFO

1830 Gateway Dr, San Mateo, CA 94404
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$3,899

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Furnished Studio-San Francisco - Belmont

120 Sem Ln, Belmont, CA 94002
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$3,509

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$2,350+

Fourth Circle

1022 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
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$2,345

Bellevue Apts

1445 Bellevue Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
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The Lark

1950 Elkhorn Ct, San Mateo, CA 94403
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Hill Garden Apartments

941 Hill St, Belmont, CA 94002
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$2,830

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710 Laurel Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

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San Mateo, CA Studio Apartments for Rent

Find 77 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 $2,643. Studios in central neighborhoods usually cost more than those farther from downtown.
: The average size of a studio apartment in San Mateo, CA is 468 Sq Ft, though layouts vary by building and location.
: Neighborhoods outside downtown San Mateo, CA, such as Hillsdale, Baywood-Aragon, and Beresford Park, usually have the most affordable studios while still offering access to local amenities and transit.

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