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Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA under $2000

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Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, CA under $2000. 110 Rentals Available
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    244 N Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
    STUDIO $1,995+
  • a swimming pool in front of an apartment building
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    518, 520 E Bellevue Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
    2 BEDS $2,875
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    420 N Bayshore Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94401
    STUDIO $1,925+
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    401 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
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  • a white kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    49 West 36Th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
    STUDIO $1,945
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    200 Davey Glen Rd, Belmont, CA 94002
    2 BEDS $3,655
  • a living room with a black chair and a mirror
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    1150 Greenwood Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070
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    1275 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA 94030
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    1 BED $1,631
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a stove and refrigerator
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    1410 Hess Road, Redwood City, CA 94061
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  • an apartment building with a driveway and trees in front of it
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    86 Renato Court, Redwood City, CA 94061
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  • a building with a staircase and a bike parked in front of it
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    670 Live Oak Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025
    STUDIO $1,945
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  • 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 $1,650+
    1 BED $1,925+
    2 BEDS $1,925+
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    350 FRIEDELL ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
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    22078 Arbor Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541
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    1 BED $1,650
    2 BEDS $1,977
  • an apartment building with a brick wall and plants
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    431 Dinah Court, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    STUDIO $1,995
  • an open living room with a kitchen and a couch
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    50 Austin Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544
    1 BED $1,999
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    1200 Davis St., San Leandro, CA 94577
    1 BED $1,825
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    1270 141ST AVENUE, SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
    1 BED $1,950
  • 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 $1,860
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    2065 Latham Street, Mountain View, CA 94040
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  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    564 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
    STUDIO $1,995
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a sink and a window
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    1137 & 1175 Walpert Street, Hayward, CA 94541
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    1 BED $1,850
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    975 Burnett Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94131
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  • a white kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    3270 21St Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
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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

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 19 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in San Mateo, CA?

The best apartments in San Mateo, CA are: Humboldt Haven, Azara San Mateo, The Triton, Lakeview Garden and Hawthorne.

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.

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Finding apartments for rent in San Mateo, CA for less than $2,000 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 110 available units in San Mateo, CA, renting for under $2,000. On average, $1,938 can get you 663 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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