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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA. 40 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $2,200

  • the building in which the apartment is located
    Studio $2,095
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (2)
    82 E. 39Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a small kitchen with white cabinets and a black stove and refrigerator
    New units available
    Studio $2,105+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (1)
    420 N Bayshore Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94401
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a wooden fence in front of an apartment building
    New units available
    Studio $2,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    66 E. 39Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Apply online • Cat friendly

Apartments Under $2,400

  • an office building with a garden in front of it
    Studio $2,250
    1 bd $2,750
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (3)
    912 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA 94010
    Apply online
  • a sidewalk in front of a building with palm trees
    New units available
    1 bd $2,295+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1305, 1309 Marshall Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,600

  • A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table set up.
    New units available Only 2 units left
    Studio $2,408
    1 bd $2,519+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (24)
    3500 Edison St, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with two chairs and a table
    1 bd $2,488+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (5)
    460 N. Humboldt St. #1, San Mateo, CA 94401
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a microwave
    1 bd $2,625
    2 bd $2,500
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1925 Ginnever Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
    1 bd $2,595+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.0 (6)
    1331 Jefferson Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94062
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,800

  • a fire escape on the side of a building
    1 bd $2,695+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (1)
    117 Park Road, Burlingame, CA 94010
    Apply online
  • the living room of an apartment with a tv and a bathroom
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (52)
    150 Park Road, Burlingame, CA 94010
    Pet friendly

Apartments Under $3,000

  • Rewards New units available
    Studio $2,839+
    1 bd $3,369+
    2 bd $4,228+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (2)
    3110 Casa De Campo, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • A kitchen with a white fridge, stove, and dishwasher.
    Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (2)
    816-864 N Humboldt Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401
    Apply online
  • a living room with wood flooring and a mirrored closet
    2 bd $2,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    804-820 19Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Apply online • Cat friendly

Apartments Under $3,200

  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
    New units available
    2 bd $3,125
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    112 N Bayshore Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94401
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a table and a ceiling fan
    Rent specials 5 units available
    Studio $3,445+
    2 bd $5,295+
    3 bd $7,495+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (38)
    250 Baldwin Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
    Apply online
  • a kitchen with a sink and a table with chairs
    3 bd $6,000
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (8)
    100 27Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a wood floor
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (1)
    401 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Cat friendly
  • a sidewalk in front of a building with bushes and trees
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    3655 Colegrove Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Cat friendly
  • a kitchen with a stove refrigerator and sink
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    14 Highland Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A white refrigerator is in a kitchen with a black counter.
    Rent specials
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (1)
    1111 Douglas Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010
    Pet friendly
  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and white cabinets.
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (1)
    1415 Floribunda Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
    Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    130 Arch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (1)
    129 Lincoln Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (6)
    1491 Hess Rd, Redwood City, CA 94061
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Mateo, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,095 and $10,000.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Mateo, CA on RentCafe?

There are 8 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Mateo, CA were last updated on 8 Jun 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Mateo, CA?

The average San Mateo, CA cheap apartment size is 724 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Mateo, CA?

Cheap apartments in San Mateo, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Mateo, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Mateo, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.