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The average rent in San Mateo, as of June 2026, is flat compared to last month but up 6.2% year-over-year.
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2d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$3,593–$4,049
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56m ago
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430 Station Park Cir, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,447–$5,387
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2h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,257–$4,377
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3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$5,900
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1d ago
Verified
1101 Park Pl, San Mateo, CA 94403
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,063–$6,203
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5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$8,000
$7,850
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3h ago
Verified
337 S Fremont St #1807, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,380–$5,520
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18h ago
Verified
1650 S Delaware St #1044, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$3,940
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In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
18h ago
Verified
2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy #713, San Mateo, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,420
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$3,285
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Available Jun 27
4d ago
Verified
710 Laurel Ave #1148, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,820–$4,140
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$6,580
$5,170
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$5,540
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$5,980
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5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$5,610
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$6,150
Apartment for rent
15h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,275
Apartment for rent
17h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Northwest Heights condo for rent in San Mateo
316 N El Camino Real #1, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$5,250
Condo for rent
Available Jun 16
5d+ ago
Shoreview house for rent in San Mateo
1009 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,650
House for rent
Available Nov 15
17h ago
Beresford Park apartment for rent in San Mateo
9 9 - 11 Seville Way, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1650 S Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,050–$6,381
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Marina Lagoon condo for rent in San Mateo
400 Mariners Island Blvd #202, San Mateo, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,300
Condo for rent
2d ago
North Central condo for rent in San Mateo
833 N Humboldt St #314, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
Condo for rent
2d ago
Marina Lagoon condo for rent in San Mateo
490 Mariners Island Blvd #211, San Mateo, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
Condo for rent
2d ago
6 beds
3 baths
$5,600
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
2d ago
Sugarloaf apartment for rent in San Mateo
2 beds
2 baths
$3,545
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Shoreview house for rent in San Mateo
3 beds
2 baths
$5,800
House for rent
Available Jun 24
5d+ ago
Northwest Heights condo for rent in San Mateo
3 beds
2 baths
$4,850
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Marina Lagoon house for rent in San Mateo
3 beds
2.5 baths
$8,500
$7,995
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House for rent
5d+ ago
Northwest Heights apartment for rent in San Mateo
155 N El Camino Real #32, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
1 bath
$3,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Hillsdale townhouse for rent in San Mateo
2842 Catalino St, San Mateo, CA 94403
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
4 beds
3.5 baths
$6,950
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San Mateo is a happy home to nearly 100,000 Bay Area residents. It is one of the largest San Francisco suburbs, with its own history, culture and fun, and it’s an awesome place to be looking for new digs. Kudos!
Finding the best apartments in San Mateo depends on your state of mind. Are you 23 and carefree? Explore the hundreds of bars, shops and restaurants in downtown San Mateo. Just want to live on the water and go jet skiing? Check out the Marina Lagoon neighborhood in San Mateo. Want to find a secluded hillside sanctuary? Search the West Hills neighborhood. There’s truly something for everyone in San Mateo, but finding the perfect place for your new San Mateo home will take a little local savvy. That’s where we come in.
San Mateo, CA, is appreciated for its blend of urban and suburban vibes, with residents enjoying easy access to parks, shopping, and dining. The proximity to the Bay Area offers various entertainment options, while the community is noted for its generally clean and safe environment. Public transportation options are convenient, appealing to commuters. However, some locals express concerns about the high cost of living and housing, which can make it challenging for renters to find affordable options in the area. Families also mention the quality of local schools and activities for kids as positive aspects of life in San Mateo.
San Mateo's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,900 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $3,900 monthly. One-bedroom rents remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, while two-bedroom apartments saw a decline of 4.8%.
December offers the best opportunity for apartment hunting in San Mateo, with both the lowest seasonal rents and reduced market competition. August sees the highest rents while December has the lowest, creating an 11% difference between peak and off-peak months. October and December provide less competitive conditions with reduced overall demand.
Sugarloaf generates the highest renter interest at 1.4 times the market average, with one-bedroom apartments at around $3,630 monthly. Marina Lagoon follows closely with 1.38 times more interest at the same rent level, while North Central attracts 1.29 times more inquiries, also at around $3,630 for one-bedrooms. These neighborhoods offer strong walkability and community connectivity.
Shoreview offers the most affordable option with median rent around $2,970, followed by North Central at around $3,120. Marina Lagoon provides another budget-friendly choice at around $3,210 median rent. North Central combines affordability with strong walk scores and community-oriented design that appeals to socially-minded renters.
San Mateo welcomes pets extensively, with 66% of rental listings offering pet-friendly policies. Marina Lagoon and Downtown San Mateo lead in pet amenities, featuring dedicated pet spaces, waste stations, and pet-safe windows without breed restrictions. Hillsdale and Northwest Heights also provide excellent pet-friendly options with similar amenities and outdoor spaces for daily activities.
Utilities are rarely included in San Mateo rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across the market. One-bedroom apartments have the highest rate of utility inclusion at 0.04% of available units, while studios, two-bedrooms, and three-bedrooms each include utilities in fewer than 0.03% of their respective listings.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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