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Highlights

  • Gated parking
  • Hardwood floors
  • On-site laundry
  • Elevator
  • Spacious one bedroom
  • Bbq area

Location

237 Elm St, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA|Northwest Heights
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Management

Capital Realty Group

Leasing office

(650) 477-9248

Property Overview

237 Elm St. stands out for its strong overall rating, excellent value, standout amenities, and convenient location. It also offers gated parking, hardwood floors, on-site laundry, an elevator, a spacious one-bedroom layout, and a BBQ area, while ranking highly for value per square foot.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 237 Elm St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 237 Elm St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath1,180 sqft$3,795 /mo1 unit availableThe current resident is moving out on September 30th. 1180 SQ FT two bedroom one and a half bath in exceptionally well-maintained building close to downtown San Mateo and near Burlingame, Caltrain station within walking distance. Secure building Features: Freshly painted with updates Large Kitchen and dining area Garden Pool area BBQ Area Elevator On-site Laundry Gated Parking - 1 car Storage *Water & Garbage included Rent: $3795/month - includes water and garbage (parking space + storage locker) Security Deposit: $1000 with good credit Application fee: $37.00 Call/Text/Email for viewing. Stuart Cohn M: 650.477.9248 E: **** *Please include availability and desired move date. ***Applications available on our website: capitalrealtygrp. com residential *The apartment must be viewed in person or virtually for application acceptance.

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Amenities for 237 Elm St.

Appliances

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RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Gardener
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 237 Elm St.

HomeApartments in San MateoNorthwest Heights 237 Elm St.

The current resident is moving out on September 30th. 1180 SQ FT two bedroom one and a half bath in exceptionally well-maintained building close to downtown San Mateo and near Burlingame, Caltrain station within walking distance. Secure building Features: Freshly painted with updates Large Kitchen and dining area Garden Pool area BBQ Area Elevator On-site Laundry Gated Parking - 1 car Storage *Water & Garbage included Rent: $3795/month - includes water and garbage (parking space + storage locker) Security Deposit: $1000 with good credit Application fee: $37.00 Call/Text/Email for viewing. Stuart Cohn M: 650.477.9248 E: **** *Please include availability and desired move date. ***Applications available on our website: capitalrealtygrp. com residential *The apartment must be viewed in person or virtually for application acceptance.


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 Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 237 Elm St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 237 Elm St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 237 Elm St.
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.
237 Elm St. 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.
237 Elm St. 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, 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.
237 Elm St. 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 237 Elm St. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 237 Elm St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 305 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Northwest Heights

2-bedroom apartments at 237 Elm St. cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Northwest Heights.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Northwest Heights
San Mateo
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Mateo
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,854
December 2025$2,783
January 2026$2,727
February 2026$2,674
March 2026$2,914
April 2026$2,831
May 2026$2,906
June 2026$2,917
July 2026$2,906
August 2026$2,880
September 2026$3,220
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Northwest Heights
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,637
December 2025$2,650
January 2026$2,678
February 2026$2,755
March 2026$2,822
April 2026$2,716
May 2026$2,868
June 2026$2,881
July 2026$2,494
August 2026$3,071
September 2026$3,194

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$151,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $151,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,795.
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Schools near 237 Elm St.

San Mateo Park Elementary

161 clark dr

san mateo, CA, 94402

K-5Public
C+

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 237 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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 237 Elm St, San Mateo

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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