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Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA under $2200
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    3655 Colegrove Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    128 N Humboldt Street, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    1925 Ginnever Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    2775 S Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
    1 BED $2,114+
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    420 N Bayshore Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    401 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    49 West 36Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    640-700 19Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    400 E Hillsdale Bolevard, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    348 E. Hillsdale Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    518, 520 E Bellevue Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    66 E. 39Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    3135 Campus Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    244 N Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    100 Village Lane, Foster City, CA 94404
    1 BED $616
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    510 Crest View Ave, Belmont, CA 94002
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    200 Davey Glen Rd, Belmont, CA 94002
    2 BEDS $3,655
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    14 Highland Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010
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    117 Park Road, Burlingame, CA 94010
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    115 Highland Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010
    STUDIO $2,150+
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    2120 Valerga Drive, Belmont, CA 94002
    STUDIO $2,125
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    530 Chestnut Street, San Carlos, CA 94070
    STUDIO $2,095
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    1235 Jefferson Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94062
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    149 Jackson Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061
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    154 Madison Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061
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Getting around in San Mateo, CA

76 /100
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 15 Mar 2025.

What are the best apartments in San Mateo, CA?

The best apartments in San Mateo, CA are: The Lark, Azara San Mateo, Quimby, Hawthorne and Humboldt Haven.

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

In San Mateo, 49% of the residents are renting compared to 51% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 27% of San Mateo’s rentals, 58% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 15% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in San Mateo, CA under $2,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $2,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 25 apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA on which you’ll spend less than $2,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $2,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $2,200. The average rental size in San Mateo, CA is 675 Sqft, but the $2,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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