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Highlights
- Laundry facilities in building
- High speed fiber internet
Location
100 Elm St, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA|Northwest Heights
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Property Overview
Royal Garden earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, highlighted by a perfect price and amenities rating of 10, showcasing its competitive pricing and premier facilities, including on-site laundry and high-speed fiber internet. The property scores 9 for location, ensuring residents have convenient access to popular attractions and transportation, while a trustworthiness rating of 7 indicates clear transparency in its communications. Additionally, a top-rated middle school is located just over a mile away.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Dishwasher
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 1/1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $2,495 /mo |
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Amenities for Royal Garden
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
| Vinyl Flooring | Window Coverings |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable | High-Speed Internet |
Building
| Carport | Onsite Laundry |
| Smoke-free |
Grounds
| Storage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Application Fee
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Admin Fee
One-time.
$75
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Base Rent
Monthly rent payment.
$2,495
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 38 |
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About Royal Garden
Excellent Location - 91 Walk Score. Apartment is located in a warm and sunny San Mateo downtown neighborhood.Utilities: Water and Garbage included. Laundry Facilities in building. High speed fiber internet enabled for all unitsNear downtown San Mateo, walking distance to the Cal-Train Station, movie theater, Central Park, Shopping and Dinning.*Photos taken with similar unit.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Royal Garden is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Royal Garden has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Royal Garden offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Royal Garden stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Royal Garden is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Royal Garden does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Royal Garden provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Reviews from the web
Showing 2 highest rated
1 star for location, otherwise there is nothing royal about this place. Old property, so expect lot of maintenance issues. Getting hold of someone for maintenance is a whole new adventure. Nobody responds for a long time, then starts the procrastination, which finally leads to some action, hence allow enough days before expecting any service. No property manager onsite. If your apartment is facing the roadside (Tilton Ave), then be prepared to hear every sound of a passing car throughout as its quite a busy road. Tenants move-in and out quickly, so maybe will work for a short haul for some.
Abhinav S
Sep 27, 2021
These units are ancient old, and other than location nothing much to look forward to. Property manager becomes un-reachable after you sign the lease. Hard to get any maintenance done. Pretty much everything in the unit is a patch-work which is about to break in no time.
Abhi G
Mar 24, 2023
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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 Royal Garden compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Northwest Heights
1-bedroom apartments at Royal Garden cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Northwest Heights.
Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Northwest Heights
San Mateo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,744 |
| December 2023 | $2,663 |
| January 2024 | $2,625 |
| February 2024 | $2,590 |
| March 2024 | $2,548 |
| April 2024 | $2,562 |
| May 2024 | $2,648 |
| June 2024 | $2,571 |
| July 2024 | $2,633 |
| August 2024 | $2,821 |
| September 2024 | $2,673 |
| October 2024 | $2,627 |
| November 2024 | $2,530 |
| December 2024 | $2,497 |
| January 2025 | $2,550 |
| February 2025 | $2,692 |
| March 2025 | $2,770 |
| April 2025 | $2,775 |
| May 2025 | $2,803 |
| June 2025 | $2,868 |
| July 2025 | $2,912 |
| August 2025 | $2,933 |
| September 2025 | $2,983 |
| October 2025 | $3,187 |
| November 2025 | $2,925 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,448 |
| December 2023 | $2,533 |
| January 2024 | $2,471 |
| February 2024 | $2,424 |
| March 2024 | $2,385 |
| April 2024 | $2,287 |
| May 2024 | $2,397 |
| June 2024 | $2,504 |
| July 2024 | $2,453 |
| August 2024 | $2,540 |
| September 2024 | $2,535 |
| October 2024 | $2,549 |
| November 2024 | $2,512 |
| December 2024 | $2,472 |
| January 2025 | $2,518 |
| February 2025 | $2,553 |
| March 2025 | $2,555 |
| April 2025 | $2,707 |
| May 2025 | $2,745 |
| June 2025 | $2,660 |
| July 2025 | $2,769 |
| August 2025 | $2,777 |
| September 2025 | $2,675 |
| October 2025 | $2,787 |
| November 2025 | $2,651 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 100 Elm St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near Royal Garden
San Mateo Park Elementary
161 clark dr
san mateo, CA, 94402
K-5Public
C+
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Getting around San Mateo near 100 Elm St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 100 Elm St, San Mateo
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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