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Pet-Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA

120 Rentals Available
Pet-Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA. 120 Rentals Available
  • 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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    2 BEDS $2,695+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fire pit
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    1650 Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94402
    1 BED $3,769+
    2 BEDS $4,458+
  • a living area with a kitchen and a couch
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    55 Triton Park Lane, Foster City, CA 94404
    1 BED $3,110+
    2 BEDS $4,780+
    3 BEDS $5,775+
  • a living room with a brown couch and a large window
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    3069 E Kyne Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    3 BEDS $7,182+
  • a living room with furniture and a fireplace
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    3068 Kyne Street West, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    3 BEDS $6,690+
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  • a pool table and a tv in a living room
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    3098 Kyne Street West, San Mateo, CA 94403
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $5,407+
    3 BEDS $5,827+
  • a living room with yellow chairs and a fireplace
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    1987 Bridgepointe Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94404
    1 BED $3,162+
    2 BEDS $3,745+
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  • a living room with a blue accent wall and a couch
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    1950 Elkhorn Ct, San Mateo, CA 94403
    STUDIO $3,044+
    1 BED $3,587+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a blue couch and a coffee table
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    3110 Casa De Campo, San Mateo, CA 94403
    STUDIO $2,195+
    1 BED $2,445
    2 BEDS $3,245+
  • the building in which the apartment is located
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    82 E. 39Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    1 BED $2,195
  • a large kitchen with white cabinets and a white counter top
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    1022 E 4Th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
    STUDIO $2,150
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    810 Polhemus Rd., San Mateo, CA 94402
    1 BED $2,650
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  • a living room with orange furniture and a television
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    100 Grand Lane, Foster City, CA 94404
    1 BED $3,772+
    2 BEDS $4,842+
    3 BEDS $5,900+
  • a building with stairs and trees in front of it
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    Unit 114, San Mateo, CA 94403
    2 BEDS $3,250
  • a house with a garden in front of it
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    1401 Cedarwood Drive & 3422 Glendora Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
    2 BEDS $4,495
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  • a yellow house with a car parked in front of it
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    1180 Flying Fish St, Foster City, CA 94404
    1 BED $6,180
  • a kitchen with a stove microwave and sink
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    540 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402
    2 BEDS $3,795
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  • an apartment building on the corner of a street with a tree
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    100 Dartmouth Road, San Mateo, CA 94402
    1 BED $2,650+
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  • a living room with leather couches and chairs and a large window
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    400 E Hillsdale Bolevard, San Mateo, CA 94403
    STUDIO $2,095+
    1 BED $2,395+
    2 BEDS $2,995
  • a wooden fence in front of an apartment building
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    66 E. 39Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    2 BEDS $2,995
  • an apartment with a swimming pool and palm trees
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    123 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401
    1 BED $2,415+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    640-700 19Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
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  • a sidewalk in front of a building with bushes and trees
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    3655 Colegrove Street, San Mateo, CA 94404
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    1 BED $2,395
    2 BEDS $2,895+
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a microwave
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    1925 Ginnever Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
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    1 BED $2,195+
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  • a jeep parked in front of an apartment building
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    244 N Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
    STUDIO $1,995+
    1 BED $2,495
    2 BEDS $2,825
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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

What is the price of a pet-friendly apartment in San Mateo, CA?

The price range of a pet-friendly apartment is between $1,945 and $24,667.

How many pet-friendly rentals are available in San Mateo, CA on RentCafe?

There are 81 pet-friendly rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Mateo, CA were last updated on 22 Feb 2026.

What is the average size of a pet-friendly apartment in San Mateo, CA?

The average San Mateo, CA pet-friendly apartment size is 923 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a pet-friendly apartment in San Mateo, CA?

Pet-friendly apartments are usually larger and located in a community that offers pet-focused amenities.

What are the downsides of renting a pet-friendly apartment in San Mateo, CA?

Renting a pet-friendly apartment comes with a higher rent and a pet deposit.

Look for pet friendly apartments near me

Are you looking to move into a new apartment with your furry, best friend? Are you afraid of not finding a place that allows pets? You can now look for pet-friendly apartments near you, anywhere in the U.S., check if they accept dogs or cats, and find out what is the pet deposit and pet rent. Select your favorite apartments that fit your needs and well as your pet's needs, using fiters for size, amenities and so much more.

Search in your neighborhood, ZIP code, and beyond to find the ideal apartment near you or wherever you and your pets plan on moving to. Whether it's next to a dog park, a pet store, a veterinary, or a pet friendly mall or coffee shop, you can find exactly what you are looking for right on RentCafe - let's find it now!

Renting a pet-friendly apartment in San Mateo, CA

Moving can be a huge pain, even before you start packing all the stuff you ever accumulated and labeling boxes and all that fun stuff. The big search for your next apartment commences before all that. Now, browsing through rental properties can be tiring, but if you’re trying to rent with pets it takes it to a whole other level. The new apartment doesn’t have to satisfy only your needs, but those of your beloved pet too. Add to the equation that not every landlord shares the same affinity for animals as you do, and you might end up thinking that you’re really out of luck. No need to worry, there are 36 rental communities in San Mateo, CA that offer pet-friendly units. There is something for every pocket, with listings are starting from $1,925 per month. If you’re looking to rent a more upscale apartment and budget is a non-issue, there are amazing properties suitable for pets for up to $24,667 per month.

Finding pet-friendly apartments in San Mateo, CA that allow certain dog breeds

Finding apartments that accept pets, or even just pet-friendly rooms, can get complicated when it comes to certain breeds. Browsing through our 120 apartments and finding housing for you and your bird will probably be easier than finding no breed restriction apartments for you and your not so little four-legged friend. If you have a service dog, leaving him behind it is absolutely out of question, as he or she is not just a trusty companion but a real necessity. If you just got a pit bull puppy and are wondering how to rent with a pit bull, we can help. pit bull friendly rentals are not all that common. So, we cannot promise that there will be plenty of apartments that allow pit bulls, yet large breed dog friendly apartments will not pose so much of a challenge for you and your cuddly companion. To make your search easier, filter your results by going to the top menu, under “More” you may select a pet policy. Every property will have extra details about pet restrictions and fees in their own description. Extra tip: the average size of an apartment in San Mateo, CA is 947 Sqft, but consider renting something bigger if you have a large dog or more than one pet.

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