Apartments For Rent in San Mateo, CA
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San Mateo, CA 94402
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 8 HRS AGOPET FRIENDLY$3,840 - $6,093/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsPark Place at San Mateo | 1101 Park Pl #5-5229,
San Mateo, CA 94403
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Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$3,146 - $4,600/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Preston at Hillsdale | 3110 Casa De Campo #5090839,
San Mateo, CA 94403
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$3,159 - $4,457/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsLakeshore Landing | 2717 S Norfolk St #63211,
San Mateo, CA 94403
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFER$3,445 - $7,495/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsTwo50 Downtown | 250 Baldwin Ave #2B-2Ba-1340Sqft,
San Mateo, CA 94401
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PET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,899 - $4,063/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsLaurel Crossing Apartment Homes | 203 Laurie Meadows Dr #215,
San Mateo, CA 94403
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTEDTotal price$2,415 - $3,627/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathHillsdale Garden | 3500 Edison St #42214B,
San Mateo, CA 94403
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,500 - $3,600/mo1 Bed1 BathBridgepointe | 1987 Bridgepointe Pkwy #H143,
San Mateo, CA 94404
NEW - 1 DAY AGOPET FRIENDLYTotal price$4,208 - $4,788/mo1 Bed1 BathThe Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows | 3098 Kyne St W #F-2113,
San Mateo, CA 94403
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Rent: $1.1k - $7.5k
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What Locals Say about San Mateo
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San Mateo pulses with easy living—walkable streets, bay trails, top eats, quick Caltrain links. People love the safety, dog-friendly parks, short commutes, and easy walks to downtown dining. They gripe about high housing costs, freeway traffic, and some windy, dimly lit blocks.
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Average Rent Trends in San Mateo, CA
Rent in San Mateo, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $3,400 |
| Jul 2025 | $3,500 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,495 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,440 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,500 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,764 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,395 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,200 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,283 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,400 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,595 |
| May 2026 | $3,336 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,987 | $4,430 | $5,350 | $7,900 | $3,774 |
| Townhomes | — | $4,800 | $4,950 | — | $4,950 |
| Apartments and Condos | $3,150 | $3,999 | $5,000 | — | $3,450 |
| Houses | $2,650 | $4,750 | $5,500 | $7,900 | $5,350 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in San Mateo, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in San Mateo, CA?The average rent of an apartment in San Mateo, CA is $3,211 per month. This is about 66% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in San Mateo, CA?The average rent of a house in San Mateo, CA is $4,950 per month. This is about 157% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in San Mateo, CA?The average rent of a townhome in San Mateo, CA is $4,738 per month. This is about 146% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in San Mateo, CA?In the last year, the average rent in San Mateo, CA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $3,025 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in San Mateo, CA?In the last year, the average rent in San Mateo, CA was highest in Nov 2025 when it was $3,764 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in San Mateo, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in San Mateo, CA is $2,885 per month. That is about $585 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in San Mateo, CA?There are 136 available rental listings in San Mateo, CA.
- What are some neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA?Some neighborhoods in San Mateo, CA include: South Shoreview, San Mateo Heights, Twenty-Fifth Ave, Central, North Central.
- What are some zip codes in San Mateo, CA?
- What are some cities near San Mateo, CA?Some nearby cities include: Hillsborough, Belmont, Burlingame, Foster City, San Carlos. These cities may have more rental options to explore.