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North Central Homes for Rent

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    $3,600 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 400 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    21 S Claremont St Unit 13, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Welcome to your fully furnished studio, steps from Downtown San Mateos top restaurants, cafes, and shops. Walk to local favorites like Ramen Parlor, Pacific Catch, or the buzzing Farmers Market. Commute with ease to nearby tech giantsVisa, Gilead, Oracle, and Sonyand enjoy quick access to the College of San Mateo, Stanford University, and Notre Dame de Namur. Take advantage of local treasures

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    Nikil Balakrishnan

    Realty World Premier Properties

    (650) 374-0161

    21 S Claremont St Unit 13, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $2,419 - $6,766 per month

    Colonial Garden Apartments

    2 - 3 Beds

    460 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Welcome to Colonial Garden Apartments, your next destination for a living experience characterized by unbeatable comforts and conveniences. From an outstanding amenity package to a plethora of exciting features, our gorgeous San Mateo apartments provide a relaxing atmosphere all our residents benefit from.

    460 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $5,950 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,750 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    316 Grand Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Beautiful Luxury Home in San Mateo's most desirable New Developments. Built in 2020. Located on a quite coldesac on Grand Blvd in San Mateo. There are 3 bedrooms, including a large master suite, 2 and a half baths, a total of approximately 1,750 Square feet of luxurious living space. Open floor plan with Large Kitchen. Granite Counter Tops & Stainless Steel Appliances. Hardwood floors throughout.

    Shaheen Shahmirza Shah Realty

    316 Grand Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,856 - $6,387 per month

    Metropolitan

    1 - 3 Beds

    338 S Fremont St, San Mateo, CA 94401

    With an almost unheard-of-in-California Walk Score of 95, the treasure that is downtown San Mateo is always just steps away. Shop the shops, become a regular at a restaurant, and taste every season at the year-round Farmer's Market at the College of San Mateo. The Caltrain and major highways are easy access too, but around here walking is really where it's at. One day you can host a barbeque pool

    338 S Fremont St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,200 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    729 Highland Ave Unit 3, San Mateo, CA 94401

    PROPERTY FEATURES $3200 monthly rent. $3200.00 security deposit. 2 bedroom/1bath. Approximately 800 sq ft (unverified). New engineered flooring throughout. 1 car covered parking space. Unit located on the 2nd floor. 5 unit building. Landlord pays for hot water, sewer, waste disposal and landscaping. Tenant pays for gas, electricity and cable/internet and percentage of building water use.

    Jonathan T. Ng Jonathan T. Ng, Broker

    729 Highland Ave Unit 3, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $2,325 - $2,395 per month

    Ambassador Apartments

    1 Bed

    145 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401

    The Ambassador Apartments, our renovated community located in the heart of San Mateo at 145 N El Camino Real near 3rd Avenue, is the perfect place to call home. When you live at The Ambassador Apartments in San Mateo, you'll enjoy a relaxed, residential neighborhood that's convenient to all points in the Bay Area. The staff The Ambassador Apartment is dedicated to providing our residents with

    145 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $8,000 per month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,973 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    313 N Eldorado St, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Hugh Hung Hugh Hung, Broker

    313 N Eldorado St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,295 per month

    Lakeview Garden

    1 - 4 Beds

    844 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Lakeview Garden offers some of the largest apartments on the market. Wide floor plans and a generous kitchen and dining space make the unit feel like a family home. Beautifully manicured landscape runs throughout the complex. Amenities like a sparkling swimming pool, covered parking with extra storage space and a large onsite laundry facility provide the luxury and convenience you expect.

    844 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $2,715 - $3,325 per month

    One Three Four Elm Apartments

    1 - 2 Beds

    142 Elm St, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Welcome Home!134 Elm has it all....from its location in San Mateo's Baywood District, to our distinctive floorplans, immaculate surroundings. 134 Elm is just minutes from a myriad of restaurants, shops, parks and more. Upscale Draeger's Supermarket, Central Recreation Center and Park, San Mateo Cal Train, Parkside Plaza Shopping Center and Mills Health Center. Woodlake Shopping Center is just

    142 Elm St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $2,995 per month

    Apartment for Rent

    2 Beds

    515 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Call AGENT FOR SHOWING SCHEDULE 515 N El Camino Real #3Bright and spacious ground floor unit with two bedrooms with separate service entrance, one car garage, hardwood floors, windows, laundry facilities, fresh paint, large kitchen with big pantry. Guest parking & extra storage space. Great Location nestled up to San Mateo Park. Walk to Burlingame Ave. Rent includes water and

    515 N El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,200 per month

    Apartment for Rent

    2 Beds

    718 N Claremont St, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Call agent Ed Ferguson for showing schedule: Spacious ground floor unit with large family room and outdoor patio. This unit features new luxury vinyl flooring, carpet in bedrooms, remodeled bath, one car carport and coin op laundry in building. Great location close to Coyote Pointe, Poplar creek Golf course and EZ freeway Access. Steps to Starbucks, Safeway & Celia's.$3200 per month

    718 N Claremont St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,100 per month

    Apartment for Rent

    2 Beds

    111 Elm St, San Mateo, CA 94401

    AVAILABLE 04.15.25. Centrally located adjacent to Downtown San Mateo, 111 & 115 Elm St. are original Mid-Century Modern garden apartment buildings surrounding a tranquil flower-filled courtyard. Abutting Elm St., the stacked stone garages have a dedicated parking space for each apartment with a level 2 EV-charging outlet, a storage cabinet and tandem driveway spaces. A tree-lined path greets

    111 Elm St, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,295 - $3,450 per month

    888 San Mateo Apartments

    1 Bed

    888 N San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Please contact the leasing office to schedule your viewing! Visit our website for comprehensive floorplans and photos.Contact us and make this fabulous community your next home.Leasing @ 888sanmateo. com888sanmateo. comSpacious, light-filled floorplans, including:• Grand 9' ceilings• Full-size washer and dryer in each apartment• Central air conditioning and

    888 N San Mateo Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $2,850 per month

    Two Clark Drive Apartments

    1 Bed

    2 Clark Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Nestled among San Mateo Park’s wooded and windy lanes, the Two Clark Drive Apartments offers its residents a tranquil suburban living environment with all the luxuries of contemporary style. The distinctive property includes a beautifully appointed lobby, lushly landscaped grounds, and a serene swimming pool that is perfect for those warm summer days on the Peninsula.The building is

    2 Clark Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,680 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 891 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    337 S Fremont St Unit FL4-ID1123, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Show up and start living from day one in San Mateo with this pretty one bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped North Central home. (ID #SFO1123)The advertised rate of $3,680/month is the lowest available price, based on a 6 month(s) and 4 day(s) stay with a move-in date of August 14, 2025. If you’re

    337 S Fremont St Unit FL4-ID1123, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $3,560 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 891 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    337 S Fremont St Unit FL3-ID1124, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Discover the best of San Mateo, with this one bedroom apartment in North Central. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this modernly furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, sophisticated living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #SFO1124)The advertised rate of $3,560/month is the lowest available price, based on a 6 month(s) and 4 day(s) stay

    337 S Fremont St Unit FL3-ID1124, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $4,700 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,170 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    338 S Fremont St Unit FL3-ID1249, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this pretty North Central furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and cheery living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that San Mateo has to offer! (ID #SFO1249)The advertised rate of $4,700/month is the lowest available price, based on a 6 month(s) and 4 day(s)

    338 S Fremont St Unit FL3-ID1249, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $4,670 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,169 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    338 S Fremont St Unit FL2-ID517, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this cozy North Central furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that San Mateo has to offer! (ID #SFO517)The advertised rate of $4,670/month is the lowest available price, based on a 11 month(s) and 1 day(s)

    338 S Fremont St Unit FL2-ID517, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $4,870 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 873 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    5 W Bellevue Ave Unit FL0-ID1786, San Mateo, CA 94402

    Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this bright San Mateo Park furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that San Mateo has to offer! (ID #SFO1786)The advertised rate of $4,870/month is the lowest available price, based on a 6 month(s) and 4

    5 W Bellevue Ave Unit FL0-ID1786, San Mateo, CA 94402
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    $5,000 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,222 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    337 S Fremont St Unit FL2-ID1807, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Discover the best of San Mateo, with this two bedroom apartment in North Central. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this furnished apartment with its fully equipped kitchen, living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #SFO1807)The advertised rate of $5,000/month is the lowest available price, based on a 5 month(s) and 15 day(s) stay with a move-in date

    337 S Fremont St Unit FL2-ID1807, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $4,170 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 891 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    338 S Fremont St Unit FL3-ID1122, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this stylish North Central furnished one bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and cheery living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that San Mateo has to offer! (ID #SFO1122)The advertised rate of $4,170/month is the lowest available price, based on a 6 month(s) and 6 day(s)

    338 S Fremont St Unit FL3-ID1122, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $4,250 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,288 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    940 Peninsula Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Open House showing Saturday, July 26 from 12:30-2pm. Bright townhouse located in the resort-style Woodlake community in San Mateo. Woodlake amenities include multiple pools, large hot tub at main pool, tennis courts, clubhouse, large 3-room gym, separate saunas and showers in the men's locker room and women's locker room, billiard room, playground, serene walking paths, lake and

    940 Peninsula Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
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    $5,000 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,676 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    320 Elm St Unit 304, San Mateo, CA 94401

    Welcome to 320 Elm St #304 - a rarely available top-floor corner unit in the heart of San Mateo that offers generous space, new carpeting in the bedrooms and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, exceptional natural light, and unbeatable value. With two large bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and two side-by-side garage parking spots in a secured garage, this residence combines comfort,

    320 Elm St Unit 304, San Mateo, CA 94401

Why Live in North Central

North Central in San Mateo is a diverse neighborhood featuring a mix of historic and modern housing options. The area predominantly consists of condos and multi-family buildings, with a significant portion of residents being renters. Single-family homes, including early 20th-century bungalows, ranch, and Craftsman styles, are also available, alongside newly built townhomes. The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center serves as a community hub, offering recreational activities such as dance and fitness classes, outdoor basketball courts, soccer fields, a baseball diamond, and a playground with a seasonal swimming pool. San Mateo Central Park, with its 16 acres of Japanese gardens, provides a serene escape, while nearby Coyote Point Recreation Area and Seal Point Park offer additional outdoor activities. North Central boasts a vibrant dining scene with a variety of eateries, including Latin American taquerias, sushi restaurants, European-style bakeries, and upscale establishments like Pausa Bar and Cookery. Grocery stores such as Draeger’s Market, Safeway, and Dean’s Market cater to daily needs, with larger retailers like Trader Joe’s and TJ Maxx located less than 4 miles away. The neighborhood is well-connected, with two major Caltrain stations nearby and easy access to State Route 101 and El Camino Real. San Francisco International Airport is 15 miles north. Students in North Central have access to highly rated schools, including College Park Elementary, Borel Middle School, and San Mateo High School, which offers award-winning performing arts programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most popular neighborhoods for renters near North Central?
The most popular neighborhoods for renters near North Central are Downtown San Mateo, Hayward Park, Burlingame Gardens, Downtown Burlingame and Burlingame Terrace.
What are the most popular zip codes for renters near North Central?
The most popular zip codes for renters near North Central are 94401, 94010, 94402, 94403 and 94404.
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