2-Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Mateo Under $5,000
San Mateo is central Peninsula — a walkable B Street downtown, a Caltrain station, Hillsdale shopping center, and a big Japanese-American community. No BART. 1BRs typically run $2,800-$3,300.
9 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
105-107 Hobart Avenue, 105-107 Hobart Ave #105, San Mateo, CA 94402
$4,095/mo
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Frequently asked
How many 2-bedroom apartments are available in San Mateo right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 9 2-bedroom apartments for rent in San Mateo under $5,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a 2-bedroom in San Mateo?
Among current Rentomatics listings, 2-bedroom apartments in San Mateo start at $2,950/month, with an average of $3,891 and a median of $4,095/month. Prices reflect 9 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is San Mateo like?
San Mateo is central Peninsula — a walkable B Street downtown, a Caltrain station, Hillsdale shopping center, and a big Japanese-American community. No BART. 1BRs typically run $2,800-$3,300.