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Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA under $2000

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  • a wooden fence in front of an apartment building
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    66 E. 39Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
    STUDIO $1,995
  • a row of houses with benches and a tall building
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    100 Village Lane, Foster City, CA 94404
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,869

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    STUDIO $1,995
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    1150 Greenwood Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070
    STUDIO $1,895
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator.
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    301 D Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
    1 BED $1,300
  • A wooden deck overlooks a pool and a lush green landscape.
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    510 Lakeview Way, Emerald Hills, CA 94062
    1 BED $900
  • a kitchen with a stove and a counter top
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    1275 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA 94030
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  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and wooden cabinets and a refrigerator
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    750 Oddstad Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,747+
  • a kitchen with a refrigerator and a door to a hallway
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    1309 Mills Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025
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  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
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    370 Hamilton Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
    1 BED $1,700
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  • a living room with a fireplace and a coffee table
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    630 Baden Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $2,000+
  • a living room with a blue couch and chairs and a tv
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    45 Newell Road, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
    STUDIO $1,700+
    2 BEDS $1,925+
  • a living room with a couch and a laundry room with washing machines
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    350 FRIEDELL ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
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  • a building with stairs and a bike parked in front of it
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    524 Kendall Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    STUDIO $1,995
  • an open living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    27475 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, CA 94545
    1 BED $1,869+
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
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    SOVEREIGN SQUARE APARTMENTS 16215 VIA ARRIBA, SAN LORENZO, CA 94580
    STUDIO $2,000
    1 BED $1,800+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    31770 Alvarado Blvd, Union City, CA 94587
    1 BED $1,971+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a dishwasher.
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    16201 Hesperian Blvd., San Lorenzo, CA 94580
    1 BED $1,624+
  • the preserve at ballantyne commons apartment kitchen with stove and refrigerator
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    1200 Davis St., San Leandro, CA 94577
    1 BED $1,775
  • an exterior view of a brown building with a lawn and plants
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    165 Preda Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
    1 BED $1,895
  • an apartment building with a car parked in front of it
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    1270 141ST AVENUE, SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
    1 BED $1,900
  • a living room with a couch and a table in front of a large window
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    2795 San Leandro Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94578
    STUDIO $1,895
  • a house with a yard and a pool
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    1461 163Rd Street, San Leandro, CA 94578
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  • a kitchen with a white refrigerator and stove and wooden cabinets
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    40 Perego Terrace, San Francisco, CA 94131
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Getting around in San Mateo, CA

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Very Walkable
44 /100
Some Transit
58 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 76, Transit Score®: 44, Bike Score®: 58

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What are the best apartments in San Mateo, CA?

The best apartments in San Mateo, CA are: 82 E. 39th Avenue, Lakeview Garden, 123 N El Camino, Dartmouth Oaks and 244 N Ellsworth.

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

In San Mateo 49% of the housing is rented out compared to 51% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 27% of San Mateo’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 58% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 15% are single-family rentals.

Your search for apartments in San Mateo, CA under $2,700 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA for less than $2,700 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 47 available units in San Mateo, CA, renting for under $2,700. On average, $2,608 can get you 714 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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