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Houses for Rent in San Mateo, CA

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Houses for Rent in San Mateo, CA. 21 Rentals Available
  • 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 yellow house with a driveway and a garage door
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    1094 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
    3 BEDS $4,500

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  • 11 Tiara Court 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    11 Tiara Court, Burlingame, CA 94010
    2 BEDS $3,850
  • 258 Lowell Street Studio Apartment for Rent

    258 Lowell Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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    720 Elm St #2, Redwood City, CA 94063
    1 BED $3,000
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  • a white house with a driveway and a garage door
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    1348 Henderson Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
    2 BEDS $3,500
  • a house with a car parked in front of it
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    744 Circle Court, South San Francisco, CA 94080
    2 BEDS $3,600
  • a white picket fence in front of a blue house
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    931 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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  • a small white house with a porch and a tree
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    202 Clifden Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080
    3 BEDS $3,800
  • a white house with a white door and a driveway
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    2931 Louis Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    1 BED $2,345
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  • a white house with a driveway and a garage door
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    756 Billings Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577
    2 BEDS $2,650
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  • an empty sidewalk in front of an apartment building
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    612 Moss Way, Hayward, CA 94541
    3 BEDS $3,500
  • a street with white houses on the side of a road
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    8552 Schooner Way, Newark, CA 94560
    3 BEDS $3,600
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black and white tiled floor
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    10 Edgehill Way, San Francisco, CA 94127
    4 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    Fillmore Heritage Center, San Francisco, CA 94115
    1 BED $4,150
  • a living room with white furniture and a fireplace
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    Presidio Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
    4 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table and a piano
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    Presidio Residences, San Francisco, CA 94129
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  • a living room with a couch and two chairs and a television
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    952 Lincoln Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
    3 BEDS Ask for pricing
    4 BEDS $6,950
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a striped rug
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    Kobbe Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129
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    3 BEDS $6,800+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    56 Presidio Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94129
    5 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room filled with furniture and a rug
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    Wyman Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129
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San Mateo, CA rent trends

Rental prices in San Mateo, CA have increased by 4.9% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,501 to $3,672.

Check out the average rent prices in San Mateo by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in San Mateo, CA is $3,672.

Average rent in San Mateo, CA

$3,672/mo San Mateo, CA average rental price, March 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in San Mateo, CA is $3,672.

    What's the typical rent budget in San Mateo, CA?

    About 14% of apartment rents in San Mateo, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 81% of apartments. Around 4% of San Mateo’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in San Mateo, CA (81%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    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

    How many houses are available in San Mateo, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 1 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Mateo, CA were last updated on 9 Apr 2026.

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

    The average San Mateo, CA rental house size is 1,985 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.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    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

    If you are interested in living in a serene house, with no noise restrictions and a backyard, you might want to search through rental homes. More and more people nowadays choose to rent houses because the advantages are unlimited. Social butterflies can throw parties without worrying about Mrs. Jenny calling the police and sunbathers can soak up some vitamin D in the intimacy of their lovely patio. With a large variety of options to choose from, you are sure to find a house out of the 21 homes for rent in San Mateo, CA that will satisfy your need for comfort and privacy. Regardless of the size you’re searching for, we have your covered with plenty of duplexes or single family homes for rent. Because your money is important and you want to choose wisely, there are also cheap houses for rent in San Mateo, CA starting from $2,345. If you’re open to spending a little more, there are many wonderful rental houses situated in some of the best residential areas in San Mateo, CA.

    Pick your house based on how much living space you require

    If you want to rent but are not willing to cut down on your size requirements, rental homes are for you. While large apartments are also great, houses have their advantages. The average house in San Mateo, CA provides plenty of living and storage space for you and your family, including pets. Whether you have little children or you dream of being able to accommodate your out-of-town guests, you can choose from houses up to 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom in size. If you and your loved one are newly-weds and need something no larger than a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom home, select the number of beds from the top menu. The right home is waiting to be discovered.

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