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  1. Building Photo - Bridgepointe Rental
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    Bridgepointe

    1987 Bridgepointe Pky, San Mateo, CA 94404

    1 - 3 Beds$2,967 - $4,176

  2. Building Photo - The Hayden Rental
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    The Hayden

    815 Old County Rd, Belmont, CA 94002

    Studio - 2 Beds$3,075 - $5,150

  3. Our Community - West 5th Rental
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    West 5th

    85 W 5th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94402

    1 - 3 Beds$2,461 - $3,318

  4. Building Photo - Quimby Rental

    Quimby

    3068 Kyne St W, San Mateo, CA 94403

    1 - 3 Beds$5,193 - $8,059

  5. Exterior - Creekside Rental
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    Creekside

    1600 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

    1 - 2 Beds$2,481 - $3,175

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Living in San Mateo CA

Located on the shore of the San Francisco Bay is the booming city of San Mateo. Being just 30 minutes south of San Francisco puts this city in a prime location. There are many highways and interstates that lead to the surrounding areas, but many residents choose to avoid traffic and utilize the plentiful bikeways that connect to the larger areas. Take advantage of the gorgeous bay weather by visiting one of the many parks like Seal Point Park that sits on the bay. Technology and innovation are the leading industries of this area. Downtown San Mateo is a thriving section of town with hundreds of independently-owned restaurants and shops in the historic buildings that make up the district. San Mateo Central Park is located downtown and offers residents a large expanse of green space, ball fields, and a Japanese Tea Garden and Koi pond. Renters will find that Downtown San Mateo is filled with many multi-story apartments that offer luxury living and easy access to the excitement of the city.

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