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438 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA|Northwest Heights
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Property Overview
438 N. El Camino Real is highly rated with a Zumper score of 9.4, emphasizing an excellent balance of price and value. The property features a viewing balcony and offers outstanding amenities and quality of life, along with a convenient location near essential services and transportation. Additionally, it's recognized as suitable for a work-from-home setting and pet-friendly living, enhancing its appeal to potential renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elevator- Laundry available on site
- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| One Bedroom | 1 bed | 1 bath | $2,595 /mo | 1 unit available | This beautiful apartment has been designed to make you feel at home in no time! Spacious living room gets plenty of natural light. Kitchen comes with stainless steel appliances, including dishwasher and microwave hood. Brand new engineered hardwood flooring! Bedroom sliding door leads to a viewing balcony overlooking the lovely San Mateo Park neighborhood. Double-paned windows and fresh paint throughout. Gateway Apartments is centrally located in San Mateo at 438 N. El Camino Real. Near all the trendy shopping of Downtown Burlingame or the night life of Downtown San Mateo! With easy access to 82, 101, or 280 you have options for your commute. Building amenities include onsite BBQ patio, credit card enabled laundry facilities, elevator, and onsite manager. Garage parking, EV charging, and storage available, additional fee applies. Well-behaved cats and dogs are welcome with additional pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Dogs require $500 pet deposit + $50/month pet rent, cats require $300 pet deposit + $25/month pet rent. Breed restrictions may apply, per owner's discretion. Tenant pays for their own metered Electricity/Gas (PG&E). Water/Sewer/Trash via RUBS cost approx. $80 per person/per month. 12-month lease required. |
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Amenities for 438 N. El Camino Real
Apartment Amenities
| Stainless Steel Stove |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Stainless Steel Dishwasher |
| Stainless Steel Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Entrance |
| Dogs OK | Elevator |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Community BBQ | Controlled Parking |
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 24 |
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About 438 N. El Camino Real
This beautiful apartment has been designed to make you feel at home in no time! Spacious living room gets plenty of natural light. Kitchen comes with stainless steel appliances, including dishwasher and microwave hood. Brand new engineered hardwood flooring! Bedroom sliding door leads to a viewing balcony overlooking the lovely San Mateo Park neighborhood. Double-paned windows and fresh paint throughout. Gateway Apartments is centrally located in San Mateo at 438 N. El Camino Real. Near all the trendy shopping of Downtown Burlingame or the night life of Downtown San Mateo! With easy access to 82, 101, or 280 you have options for your commute. Building amenities include onsite BBQ patio, credit card enabled laundry facilities, elevator, and onsite manager. Garage parking, EV charging, and storage available, additional fee applies. Well-behaved cats and dogs are welcome with additional pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Dogs require $500 pet deposit + $50/month pet rent, cats require $300 pet deposit + $25/month pet rent. Breed restrictions may apply, per owner's discretion. Tenant pays for their own metered Electricity/Gas (PG&E). Water/Sewer/Trash via RUBS cost approx. $80 per person/per month. 12-month lease required.
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.
9.4
/10
Excellent438 N. El Camino Real is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
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.
438 N. El Camino Real 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.
438 N. El Camino Real 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—pets allowed—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.
438 N. El Camino Real 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·9A 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.
438 N. El Camino Real has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
438 N. El Camino Real is great for:
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 438 N. El Camino Real compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Northwest Heights
1-bedroom apartments at 438 N. El Camino Real cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Northwest Heights.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Northwest Heights
San Mateo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,783 |
| 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 | $3,237 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,459 |
| 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 | $2,848 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 438 N El Camino Real?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$103,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $103,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,595.
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Schools near 438 N. El Camino Real
San Mateo Park Elementary
161 clark dr
san mateo, CA, 94402
K-5Public
C+
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Getting around San Mateo near 438 N El Camino Real
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
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 438 N El Camino Real, San Mateo
Groceries
8/10
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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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