55 West Fifth Apartments
(650) 376-5720We're Airbnb-friendly!
We're Airbnb-friendly!
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 10:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 10:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Thursday 10:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Friday 10:00 AM 6:00 PM
- Saturday 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
- Sunday Closed
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Living at 55 West Fifth
When you're looking for stylish homes with ultra-sleek amenities, look no further than 55 West Fifth Apartments. Our community has its finger on the pulse of what's hot in San Mateo, from nearby restaurants and bars, an incredible pool area and stylish terrace, to private balconies with breathtaking views of the Silicon Valley and beyond. After the California sun sets and you're ready to settle in for the night, our renovated homes can include updated kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, floor-to-ceiling windows and in-home washers and dryers. Let 55 West Fifth Apartments be your Bay Area getaway in the heart of the highly sought-after San Francisco Peninsula.
Newly Remodeled Pool Area
Smoke Free
One block from Downtown San Mateo
Community Amenities
- Near San Mateo Caltrain Station
- Close to Highway 101 and 280
- Pet Friendly
- Community Herb Garden
- Reserved Covered Parking
- Clubhouse
- Access Controlled Community
- Package Service
- Fire Pit
- Decorative Fountain
- Comcast Gigabit Data Speed Available
Apartment Amenities
- In-home Washer and Dryer
- Oversized Balconies in Select Units
- Renovated Kitchen
- Granite Countertops in Tower
- Stainless Steel Appliances in Tower
- Floor-to-ceiling Windows in Tower
- Hard Surface Flooring in Select Units
- Walk-in Closets in Select Units
- Open Floor Plan
- City and Peninsula Views
- Air Conditioning in Select Homes
- Furniture Rental Available
San Mateo
55 West Fifth Apartments is just one block from downtown San Mateo, a desirable location in the competitive Bay Area housing market. We're within the award-winning San Mateo-Foster City School District and a short walk from parks and waterfront recreation that makes the Bay Area so iconic. San Mateo's nearby transit and highway options make commuting to Silicon Valley and downtown San Francisco employers a breeze. No matter your interests, whether spending time shopping at Hillsdale Shopping Center, cycling the trails or catching the Caltrain to a Giants game, San Mateo is sure to satisfy. Visit our cultural city today and see what makes our location so unique!
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Walk Score®
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Our Availability and Pricing
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1 Bed / 1 Bath
740 sq.ft. / Floor 4
Available 6/9/2026
$3,599 12 mo
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700 sq.ft. / Floor 7
Available 6/30/2026
$3,933 12 mo
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700 sq.ft. / Floor 14
Available 7/8/2026
$5,145 12 mo
2 Bed / 2 Bath
1220 sq.ft. / Floor 5
Available 6/17/2026
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Our availability changes all the time. We are happy to notify you when a floor plan comes available.
Resident Testimonials
55 West Fifth Team
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Aylet T.
Community Manager
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Samar H.
Leasing Team
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Vanessa G.
Leasing Team
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Cesar V.
Service Team
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Michael J.
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Resident Benefits
Our passion is to provide great lifestyles in places people most want to live, work and play.
A place you can be yourself and retreat from the stress of the day. A welcome home where you can connect with old friends and make new ones.
Our resident benefits are designed to make this possible.
Satisfaction Guarantee
We are confident you’ll love your new home - but if you choose to leave in the first 30 days, you will only pay for the days you’ve stayed.
Easy Online Payments
Pay rent through our resident-only portal to keep things moving wherever you are.
Know Your Neighbors
Create your own profile to share with your neighbors on our resident-only website.
A Friend's Presence is a Present Itself
Refer your friends to an Equity community and get rewarded with a gift from us.
Furniture in a Flash
You are automatically approved with Cort Furniture. Plus enjoy 25% off your first month.
Rent With Equity
Earn credits each month and apply them to the purchase of a house one day.
Renter's Insurance
Protect the stuff you love. We offer our residents access to a unique set of coverage options.
Making Individual Living Enhancements
Equity Residential is committed to working with our residents with disabilities to enhance their living environment.
