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Houses for Rent in San Mateo, CA
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    1180 Flying Fish St, Foster City, CA 94404
    1 BED $6,180
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    1094 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
    3 BEDS $4,500
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    11 Tiara Court, Burlingame, CA 94010
    2 BEDS $3,850

  • 258 Lowell Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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    931 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
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    202 Clifden Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080
    3 BEDS $3,800
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    2931 Louis Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    1 BED $2,345
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    10 Edgehill Way, San Francisco, CA 94127
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    Fillmore Heritage Center, San Francisco, CA 94115
    1 BED $4,150
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    Presidio Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
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    56 Presidio Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
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    Presidio Residences, San Francisco, CA 94129
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    6 BEDS $11,800
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    Kobbe Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129
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    Wyman Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129
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    952 Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
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Average rent in San Mateo, CA

$3,308/mo San Mateo, CA average rental price, March 2024
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The average monthly rent of apartments in San Mateo, CA is $3,308.

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    Compared to the national average rent of $1,713, the average rent in San Mateo, CA is $3,308.

    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

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

    The average San Mateo, CA rental house size is 1,140 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. You might be interested in studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RentCafe apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA.

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    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    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 9 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?

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!