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15h ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,906–$5,244
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5d+ ago
Verified
460 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$4,226–$7,500
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6h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,149–$4,097
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8h ago
Verified
430 Station Park Cir, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,367–$5,547
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1d ago
Verified
1101 Park Pl, San Mateo, CA 94403
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$4,433–$7,081
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38m ago
Verified
1650 S Delaware St #1044, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$4,470
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15h ago
Verified
710 Laurel Ave #1148, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,810–$3,620
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16h ago
Verified
2201 Bridgepointe Pkwy #713, San Mateo, CA 94404
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,630
Apartment for rent
Balcony
In-Unit Laundry
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$6,190
$5,460
Price drop
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
337 S Fremont St #1123, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$5,080–$5,630
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,620
$3,830
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Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$7,330
$6,190
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$5,960
$5,750
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,270
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$5,310
Apartment for rent
37m ago
North Central apartment for rent in San Mateo
943 N Idaho St #B, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
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Available Oct 15
12h ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,050–$3,350
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1022 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Controlled access
Studio
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,195
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Northwest Heights house for rent in San Mateo
511 Carmel Cir Unit B #NA, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3 baths
$7,200
House for rent
Available Oct 7
23h ago
Northwest Heights house for rent in San Mateo
2 beds
2.5 baths
$7,950
House for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,591–$6,517
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Marina Lagoon condo for rent in San Mateo
3 beds
1 bath
$4,300
$4,200
Price drop
Condo for rent
2d ago
North Central apartment for rent in San Mateo
2 beds
1 bath
$3,300
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 5
4d ago
6 beds
3 baths
$5,600
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
409 S Idaho St, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$5,800
Condo for rent
Available Oct 7
5d+ ago
Western Hills house for rent in San Mateo
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,895
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Northwest Heights house for rent in San Mateo
6 beds
5.5 baths
$24,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Sugarloaf condo for rent in San Mateo
2431 Willow Way, San Mateo, CA 94403
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$7,295
$6,900
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Shoreview house for rent in San Mateo
3 beds
1 bath
$4,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Sugarloaf house for rent in San Mateo
109 Hickory Ln, San Mateo, CA 94403
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
4 beds
2 baths
$6,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
North Central house for rent in San Mateo
327 N Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
House for rent
Available Sep 15
5d+ ago
Sugarloaf house for rent in San Mateo
3017 Mason Ln, San Mateo, CA 94403
Garage parking | Fireplace | Dishwasher
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
North Central house for rent in San Mateo
869 Woodside Way, San Mateo, CA 94401
Air conditioning | Central heat | Carpet
2 beds
2 baths
$6,500
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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.
As of today, San Mateo's median rent price is $3,839 per month, which is up 11%, or $372, compared to last year.
Median rent
$3,839
YoY change
+11%
+$372/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
43
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $3,839 | +11% |
| 1 bedroom | $3,299 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $4,067 | N/A |
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.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in San Mateo average around $3,070/month and two-bedrooms approximately $4,060/month.
December offers the best rental deals in San Mateo with the lowest seasonal pricing and reduced competition, while August sees the highest rents with an 11% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Sugarloaf, Marina Lagoon, and North Central are San Mateo's most sought-after neighborhoods, generating up to 1.4 times more renter interest than the market average. These areas offer excellent walkability, pet-friendly amenities, and strong social connectivity.
North Central offers the best value at around $2,200/month, which is 19% below the city median, while Shoreview runs close to $2,650/month at just 2% under median pricing.
Based on Zumper's current listings, roughly 64% of San Mateo rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 139 pet-welcoming apartments each month. Marina Lagoon, Downtown San Mateo, Shoreview, and North Central offer the best options with no breed restrictions and dedicated pet amenities.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in San Mateo, showing up in just 0.03% of units, with one-bedrooms leading at 0.04% of available apartments.
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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