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Houses for Rent in San Mateo, CA


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  • 3 bd $4,500
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1094 Bermuda Dr.

    1094 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
    Pet friendly
  • New listing
    3 bd $7,200
    Base rent
    511 Carmel Circle Unit B, San Mateo, CA 94402
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • New listing
    2 bd $4,400
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1206 Moonsail Ln

    1206 Moonsail Ln, Foster City, CA 94404
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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  • Only 1 unit left
    4 bd $10,500
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    316 Eagle Trace Dr

    316 Eagle Trace Dr, Half Moon Bay, Ca 94019, CA 94568-764
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $3,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    202 Clifden Drive

    202 Clifden Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080
    Apply online
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $5,795
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1436 - 64 Emerson St.

    1436 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    Verified Listing

    106 Duggan Road Home

    106 Duggan Road, Redwood City, CA 94062
    Pet friendly
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    4.0 (18)
    Presidio Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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    4.5 (16)
    Kobbe Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129
    Pet friendly • Parking • Hardwood Floors
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    4.0 (16)
    Infantry Terrace, San Francisco, CA 94129
    Pet friendly • Parking • Hardwood Floors
  • 3 bd $11,800+
    4 bd $14,000+
    5 bd $14,250+
    Base rent
    4.5 (6)
    Wyman Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129
    Pet friendly • Parking • Hardwood Floors
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    Verified Listing

    Funston Neighborhood

    5.0 (5)
    56 Presidio Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
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    Verified Listing

    Pilots Row Neighborhood

    4.0 (6)
    952 Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
    Pet friendly • Parking • Hardwood Floors
  • New listing
    1 bd $1,050
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    129 Humboldt Rd

    129 Humboldt Rd, Burlingame, CA 94010
  • New listing
    3 bd $6,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    520 Burlingame Ave

    520 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • 2 bd $4,890
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    545 Rollins Rd

    545 Rollins Rd, Burlingame, CA 94010
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • New listing
    3 bd $5,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    351 Cedar Street

    351 Cedar Street, San Carlos, CA 94070
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Wheelchair Access
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Frequently asked questions

How much is the rent for a house in San Mateo, CA?

The price range of a house for rent is between $4,400 and $7,200.

What is the average size of a rental house in San Mateo, CA?

The average San Mateo, CA rental house size is 1,398 sq. ft.

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

Renting a house in San Mateo, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

Houses for rent in San Mateo, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

Renting a house in San Mateo, CA

Do you wish you could live the American Dream minus the roof repairs, fence painting and boiler repairs? You sure can. It’s called rental homes. You are working a steady 9-5, which is sometimes 9-7, so when you finally get home you don’t want to put in a couple of extra hours as an unpaid handyman. The American Dream is about the impeccable backyard lawn where the family dog runs around. It’s about 4th of July barbeques and summer nights spent on your back porch. Of course, the dream is different for everyone, so it all depends on you. And your budget. Regardless of your budget you will manage to find some interesting homes for rent that fit your style. If you are moving from an apartment and are on a tight budget, please keep on reading. The American Dream is not only for the rich and beautiful who can rent a 4 bedroom without blinking.

The road from apartment to house is paved with…

… extra expenses. At least everyone says so. If we compare the price of 3 bedroom apartments to single family homes for rent with the same bedroom count, the house will be more expensive. You are paying more to get a yard, more square footage, storage space and privacy. But if you are looking for cheap houses for rent, you should definitely consider duplexes too. They are slightly more affordable and they come in many forms and bedroom counts. You could rent a 1 bedroom duplex, albeit they are somewhat rarer than their 2 bedroom brothers, and it goes without say that the rent will be much lower than renting a single-family house. If you are taking the smart approach, moving to a house will not cost an arm and a leg. Of the 18 listings in San Mateo, CA there are plenty of houses you can rent without breaking the bank. And besides, why would you pay extra to stay in a pricey neighborhood, when all you want at the end of a long day is to enjoy the tranquility of your backyard?