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Highlights
- Gourmet kitchen
- Stainless steel appliances
- Open living space
- Cable tv ready
- Laminate flooring
- Full-sized washer/dryer
Location
218 Tilton Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA|Downtown San Mateo
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Property Overview
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Car charging
- Covered parking
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 218 Tilton Ave, Downtown San Mateo
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| EV Charging | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
Other
| None (Cooling) |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Assigned Parking
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About 218 Tilton Ave
Property Status: Active Beautifully remodeled condo located the heart of downtown San Mateo, this home offers a blend of modern style and urban convenience. Situated on the second floor, this residence enjoys serene treetop views. The gourmet kitchen is fully updated with sleek granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (including microwave and dishwasher), and ample cabinet space. The open living space features custom built-ins, laminate flooring, and large picture windows that flood the home with natural light. There are two generous bedrooms and two full baths for convenience and privacy. Convenient in-home laundry with full-sized washer/dryer. There are two, assigned parking spaces in the secure, gated garage, with full 240v EV charging. Fiber-optic internet ready and cable TV ready. With a Walk Score of 89-96, you are just 0.3 miles from the Caltrain station and steps away from the award-winning dining, cafes, and boutiques of B Street. Enjoy easy access to Central Park and a quick commute to SF or Silicon Valley. Office Phone: (408) 723-5200 Copyright © 2026 MLS Listings, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 218 Tilton Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Car charging
- Dedicated charging spot
- Covered parking
- Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown San Mateo |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 94401 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown San Mateo
2-bedroom apartments at 218 Tilton Ave cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Mateo.
Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
Downtown San Mateo
San Mateo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $4,062 |
| April 2024 | $3,887 |
| May 2024 | $3,717 |
| June 2024 | $3,774 |
| July 2024 | $3,741 |
| August 2024 | $3,787 |
| September 2024 | $3,671 |
| October 2024 | $3,625 |
| November 2024 | $3,546 |
| December 2024 | $3,537 |
| January 2025 | $3,618 |
| February 2025 | $3,515 |
| March 2025 | $3,594 |
| April 2025 | $3,647 |
| May 2025 | $3,865 |
| June 2025 | $4,002 |
| July 2025 | $3,913 |
| August 2025 | $3,910 |
| September 2025 | $4,143 |
| October 2025 | $4,031 |
| November 2025 | $3,947 |
| December 2025 | $4,060 |
| January 2026 | $4,002 |
| February 2026 | $3,896 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $4,751 |
| April 2024 | $4,847 |
| May 2024 | $4,881 |
| June 2024 | $4,801 |
| July 2024 | $4,923 |
| August 2024 | $5,103 |
| September 2024 | $5,026 |
| October 2024 | $4,892 |
| November 2024 | $3,900 |
| December 2024 | $4,650 |
| January 2025 | $4,485 |
| February 2025 | $4,610 |
| April 2025 | $4,716 |
| May 2025 | $4,575 |
| June 2025 | $4,523 |
| August 2025 | $4,329 |
| October 2025 | $4,180 |
| November 2025 | $3,850 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 218 Tilton Ave
Laurel Elementary School
316 36th ave
san mateo, CA, 94403
K-5Public
B
Hoover Elementary School
2220 summit dr
burlingame, CA, 94010
K-5Public
A
Beach Park Elementary School
1058 shell blvd
foster city, CA, 94404
K-5Public
A
San Mateo County Special Education
101 twin dolphin dr
redwood city, CA, 94065
K-12Public
Mariposa
750 dartmouth ave
san carlos, CA, 94070
4-5Public
A
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Getting around San Mateo near 218 Tilton Ave
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 218 Tilton Ave, San Mateo
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 218 Tilton Ave
El Ranchito
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Torito Market
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El Toro Meat Market
140 N B St
Mi Rancho Supermarket
80 N B St
Neelam Supermarket
150 N B St
Nouvelle Vogue
27 N San Mateo Dr
Personal Shopper Showroom
205 E 3rd Ave
Lemonade Fashion Inc
44 E 3rd Ave
Footwear Etc
101 E 4th Ave
Enes Inc
50 Ben Franklin Ct
Donut Delite
57 S B St
Urban Ritual
140 S B St
Philz Coffee
113 S B St
Red Giant Coffee
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Tong Sui
250 S B St
Wunderbar
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O'Neills Irish Pub
34 S B St
Mortar & Pestle Bar
130 S B St
Moon's Family Sports Pub
215 S B St
San Mateo Liquors
254 S B St
Noshery
25 S Ellsworth Ave
Antoine's Cookie Shop
220 2nd Ave
Beard Papa's Sweets Cafe
365 2nd Ave
Simply Cake
132 E 3rd Ave
Fresh Nation
30 E 3rd Ave
De Anza Historical Park
Central Park
Harbor View Park
Sunny Brea Park
Pershing Park
Valucci Restaurant Inc
15 N Ellsworth Ave
El Rinconsito Catracho
85 N B St
Juanita's Restaurant
85 N B St
Los Primos Taqueria
85 N B St
Pupuseria El Salvador
85 N B St
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