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Apartments for Rent with Utilities Included in San Mateo, CA


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    123 N El Camino

    3.0 (4)
    123 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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    608 Charter Street

    608 Charter Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average size of an apartment with utilities included in San Mateo, CA?

The average San Mateo, CA apartment size is 819 sq. ft.

Why rent an apartment with utilities included in San Mateo, CA?

The best thing about living in a utilities-included apartment is that, as a renter, you don't have to deal with utility providers. That responsibility is transferred to your property management/landlord in exchange for a monthly flat fee added to your rent.

What are the downsides of renting an apartment with utilities included in San Mateo, CA?

Utilities-included apartments are usually found in older apartment communities, which some renters might consider unsuitable for their lifestyle.

Renting an apartment with utilities included in San Mateo, CA

For some renters, having utility costs added into the rent price is an amenity in itself. This rings true for many people who are looking to rent in San Mateo, CA. You can browse San Mateo rentals with utilities included, also known as “all bills paid” apartments. Handling fewer bills and not having to interact with utility and service providers is enough reason to make you consider “all bills paid” apartments. As a renter, you won’t have to deal with sudden surprises caused by unpredictable San Mateo weather — having to crank up the A/C or turn up the heat more than usual won’t affect your monthly bill as the flat fee is predetermined.

Fewer bills, less hassle

Renting a utilities-included apartment means that utilities will be automatically built into the monthly rent price through a flat fee. The flat fee usually includes the bills for heat, water, electricity and trash pick-up, but the utilities covered may vary depending on the property. So, before moving in, make sure you have a clear understanding of which bills are covered. Cutting off interactions with utility providers also means reducing the vast paperwork you have to deal with upon moving into your new San Mateo apartment. Since utility cost responsibility is transferred over to your landlord or property management, another thing to consider is that these rentals are a great option if you have bad or no credit with utility companies. Whether you don’t like dealing with multiple bills on a monthly basis, or simply want someone else handling them, renting an apartment with utilities included can be a life-changing experience.