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Apartments for Rent in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

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  • A kitchen with a white fridge, stove, and dishwasher.
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    816-864 N Humboldt Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401
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    244 N Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
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  • A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator and wooden floors.
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    518, 520 E Bellevue Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    128 N Humboldt Street, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    250 Baldwin Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
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  • a living room with two chairs and a table
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    460 N. Humboldt St. #1, San Mateo, CA 94401
    2 BEDS $2,719+

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    145 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401
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  • a kitchen with wooden floors and a stove and refrigerator
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    123 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401
    1 BED $2,595
    2 BEDS $3,545
  • a small kitchen with white cabinets and a black stove and refrigerator
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    420 N Bayshore Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94401
    STUDIO $2,075
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    14 Highland Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010
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    920 Bayswater Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
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    STUDIO $2,995+
    1 BED $3,795+
    2 BEDS $5,800
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    117 Anita Road, Burlingame, CA 94010
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a fan on the ceiling.
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    100 Dartmouth Road, San Mateo, CA 94402
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  • a kitchen with a washing machine and a sink
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    150 West 3Rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94402
    1 BED $3,605+
    2 BEDS $4,114+
    3 BEDS $4,274+
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    115 Highland Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010
    STUDIO $2,150+
    1 BED $2,300+
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
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    540 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402
    2 BEDS $3,895
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    150 Park Road, Burlingame, CA 94010
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    1 BED $2,788
    2 BEDS $3,346
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    117 Park Road, Burlingame, CA 94010
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    1 BED $2,695+
  • A white refrigerator is in a kitchen with a black counter.
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    1111 Douglas Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010
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  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    1401 Floribunda Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010
    STUDIO $2,405+
    1 BED $2,995
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    1415 Floribunda Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
    STUDIO $2,550
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    2 BEDS $3,900
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fire pit
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    1650 Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94402
    1 BED $3,840+
    2 BEDS $4,636+
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    1008 Carolan Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
    1 BED $3,973+
    2 BEDS $4,868+
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  • A kitchen with dark wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
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    1950 Elkhorn Ct, San Mateo, CA 94403
    STUDIO $3,280+
    1 BED $3,795+
    2 BEDS $4,643+
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    401 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    2 BEDS $2,700
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North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA rent trends

Rental prices in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA have increased by 3.88% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,559 to $3,698.

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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,750, while the average monthly rent in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA is $3,698.

Average rent in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

$3,698/mo North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA is around $3,698.

    What's the typical rent budget in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA?

    A share of 11% of apartments in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA have the cheapest rents between $2,001-$2,500. Around 15% of North Central San Mateo's apartments have monthly rents between $2,501-$3,000. There are 74% of apartments with rents between > $3,000.

    The largest share of rentals in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA (74%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in North Central San Mateo, CA

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    Very Walkable
    45 /100
    Some Transit
    77 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 87, Transit Score®: 45, Bike Score®: 77

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA?

    The best apartments in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA are: Lakeview Garden, 244 N Ellsworth, 520 E Bellevue, Humboldt Haven and Two50 Downtown.

    What is the average rent in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA?

    The average rent in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA is $3,396.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA is between $2,719 and $4,590.

    What type of rental buildings are in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA?

    In North Central San Mateo, 56% of the residents are renting compared to 44% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 23% of North Central San Mateo’s rentals, 66% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 11% are single-family rentals.

    North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA demographics

    • 35,628Total Population
    • 17,854 Female
      17,774 Male
    • 35Median Age

    In total, North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA has 35,628 residents, 17,854 women and 17,774 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of North Central San Mateo’s population is 35.

    North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA households

    • 7,739 Family
      5,347 Non-family
    • 3,513 Children
      9,573 No Children
    • 13,086Total Number of Households
    • 2Average People Per Household
    • $121,258Median Household Income

    There is a total of 13,086 households in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA. Of these, 3,513 have children and 9,573 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 7,739 family households and 5,347 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in North Central San Mateo is 2 people, on average. The median household annual income in North Central San Mateo equals $121,258, and the monthly housing costs equal $2,683.

    North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 10% of the population in North Central San Mateo, San Mateo, CA have no high school education, 22% went to high-school, and 18% have partially completed college. Moreover, 8% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 25% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 17% hold a Graduate Degree.

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