Apartments For Rent in San Mateo, CA
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1-2 BathsPark Place at San Mateo | 1101 Park Pl #5-5111,
San Mateo, CA 94403
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 DAY AGOPET FRIENDLY$3,267 - $5,467/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsStation Park Green | 430 Station Park Cir #-234,
San Mateo, CA 94402
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Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$2,199 - $4,702/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Preston at Hillsdale | 3110 Casa De Campo #5090839,
San Mateo, CA 94403
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Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFER$2,945 - $7,495/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsTwo50 Downtown | 250 Baldwin Ave #2B-2Ba-1340Sqft,
San Mateo, CA 94401
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 2 DAYS AGOPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,916 - $4,476/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsLaurel Crossing Apartment Homes | 203 Laurie Meadows Dr #481,
San Mateo, CA 94403
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PET FRIENDLY$2,937 - $4,347/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsLakeshore Landing | 2717 S Norfolk St #63211,
San Mateo, CA 94403
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PET FRIENDLYTotal price$4,208 - $7,793/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows | 3098 Kyne St W #R-1-114,
San Mateo, CA 94403
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What Locals Say about San Mateo
Review Highlights
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 May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,950 | $4,200 | $5,000 | $8,167 | $3,450 |
| Townhomes | $2,900 | $5,490 | $4,450 | — | $5,490 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,975 | $4,200 | $5,000 | — | $3,499 |
| Houses | $2,650 | $4,900 | $5,600 | $8,167 | $3,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in San Mateo, CA
- What is the average rent in San Mateo, CA?The average rent in San Mateo, CA is $3,450. Rent prices range from $1,100 to as much as $10,869, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in San Mateo, CA compare to the national average?Average rent in San Mateo, CA is about 81% higher than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is more expensive to rent in San Mateo compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in San Mateo, CA, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in San Mateo, CA is $2,195 for a studio, $2,950 for a 1 bedroom, $4,200 for a 2 bedroom, $5,000 for a 3 bedroom, and $8,167 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in San Mateo, CA changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in San Mateo, CA has increased by $114. That means the average rent is 3% higher than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in San Mateo, CA?There are 144 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.