Apartment 46 For The Home

This store is such a gem of a find in San Mateo… Melisa is not only a great owner and designer (her flower arrangement are to die for) but her friendly nature and «zen» like personality make me go time and time again… this place is a treasure — check it out!!!

We used Melisa as a designer for our family room. She went above and beyond the call of duty to transform our room into something spectacular. She is incredibly passionate about her ideas and drives for ultimate perfection. Her feedback can be direct, but it is worth it in getting the look and feel of the room w wanted. She puts her heart and soul into her business & clients and the final outcome exceeded our expectations. We recommend her without hesitation.

A great little quirky and eccentric home décor shop if you are looking for a unique or special gift. The owner has a knack for arranging, collecting and re-​purposing interesting finds from estate/​yard sales, flea markets and chain stores. She also creates the most stunning floral arrangements. A very lovey shop!

What a special place. Melisa (the owner) is so talented! My wonderful husband has ordered special flower arrangements for me year after year. I can’t say enough about how unique and gorgeous they are!

Apartment 46 has been a destination for me since my very first week here in San Mateo. I moved from the East Coast and was desperate to find not only a place to shop and browse but also to find a kindred spirit. Melisa is so inspiring and original and her carefully curated store exhibits her eye for arrangement. I always buy something when I visit, not only because I enjoy supporting small businesses but also because I just can’t leave without taking a bit of the «magic» home with me!

Apartment 46 is one of my new favorite shops! We live just a couple blocks away and I try and pop by every couple of weeks b/​c Melisa does such an amazing job of changing up her displays and bringing in new items. I am inspired every visit! Apartment 46, aka ‘Beautiful Things’, is a warm, inviting shop that feels like you are going to visit a friend with cool, worldy style AND that will sell her stuff to you at fair prices!

Absolutely love this place! The owner and her daughter always make you feel very welcome, the space is delightfully decorated… tons of different items to choose from, big and small. I purchased a old pink bitters medicine bottle with peacock feathers for $ 25 and was please by the owner’s attention to detail even in the way she wrapped my package to take it home… I have visited this place 4 times now and have never gotten a bad vibe… also sells yummy soaps and lotions from Bonny Doon…

I simply can not say enough about this shop! When you walk in, it is like walking into a wonderland of some sort. Every sense that you have is tickled and brought to life. Each time I go back to the store, it feels as if it is a whole new experience as things have been re-​arranged and new items brought in. So you wander around and discover new and amazing things that you MUST have right there and then.
This past Valentine’s Day, my husband procured the most amazing bouquet from Apartment 46. Melisa uses such unique flowers, vegetables and pretty much anything that is esthetically pleasing to make an arrangement. I am beyond happy with what she has made me this time and in the past.

It was my first time visiting this place this past weekend and everything is so beautiful! I was looking for things for my upcoming wedding and theres so many things to use as decorations or even be inspired by walking in! Melissa was really helpful and made me and my fiancé feel comfortable, wasnt pushy at all– which I love! The prices are reasonable for the items being sold here– they are just so nice!
If you ever need inspiration for your home, wedding, or need a gift idea, I highly recommend going here. Even if you’re bored, going here is always fun because you can spend a long time looking at everything. :)

I love this shop! It’s the perfect place for finding unique gifts for special occasions. You can always find charming art and delicate pieces for yourself too! Small furniture, art, succulents and vintage accessories are what you’ll find. It’s a great shop!

Apartment 46 is a charming little boutique with endless beautiful things! Most importantly Melisa is amazing. She is tremendously talented and can take any simple thing and make it gorgeous! I’ve had the pleasure of working with her to decorate and furnish my home as well as use her floral talents for a bridal shower. I am beyond impressed with her ability to find all the right things to pull together a beautiful home. I would highly recommend visiting Apartment 46 for something new and unique and of course work with her on any home project you may have. I simply love my home and can’t thank her enough for making it a place I love to be.

Out for a walk the other day and took another peek into the windows of this adorable store! Just the kind of place that puts a smile on your face and exudes a little nostalgia.
Love it!

I heard about this place from a friend at work and although I live in San Jose I am so glad I traveled the distance to shop at Apt 46! I went there before Christmas and did some holiday shopping and it was great. I found decorative pillows, artwork, and some hairpins which were all for a great price! Apt 46 has some paintings from local artists that are beautiful and I recommend this store to anyone looking for gifts, flowers, or a way to spice up their home!

I first happened across Apartment 46 when my mom and I were out shopping one day, the owner, Melisa, was very friendly and helped my mom find some antique crystals to send to her mom in France to replace the ones that had broken on her chandelier. Since then, I have returned numerous times for flowers, decorative pillows, candles, a mirror, a rug, antique croquet balls, a stuffed elephant named Chad, succulent plants, plates, and bowls.
Apartment 46 has so many beautiful, unique items for the home. Melisa has an eye for design and can make great suggestions for home décor, and does home design and gardens for clients as well. I love grabbing a Starbucks and heading to Apartment 46 to see what’s new and what else I HAVE to have! I definitely recommend this place!

Charming store with all kinds of treasures. The owner is very friendly and will give you ideas if you need a gift or help with your home décor. I bought a unique framed photograph today that was perfect for a friend. Go check it out you will not be disappointed. I found the store because I read the Unilocal review that came on my email today and I’m so glad I went.

Since my last review, I’ve called on Apt. 46 twice, and thought it was definitely time that I should be appending with some new goodies.
First, let me drop you in on a little secret: APT 46 DOES THE COOLEST FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS ANYWHERE. She gets the most unusual and fabulous flowers and has such an artistic eye in her arrangements, they are outrageous, really. Just amazing. I have gotten two arrangements for my beloved, both of which were received with bliss. That sounds corny, doesn’t it? Well, that’s my fault, not the flowers.
Ok, now the shop. This shop is so well-​appointed with a wide variety of reasonably-​priced and unique items, it is always difficult for me to NOT buy the entire store. Seriously. I could find a nook or cranny in my home for this entire shop, and would be thrilled to do just that. But I dig up some restraint and limit myself to a few choice items. Last time I picked up a huge mirror star that is now hanging proudly in my living room. I also got some darling Halloween items there, so I highly recommend checking out Apt 46 during any special holiday. Oh wow, the chocolate-​pumpkin malt balls!!! HEAVEN!!! But don’t wait for a holiday. Treat yourself to Apt 46 anytime you can, and I promise you will find a several delightful things you cannot do without.
I am such a fan, I have run out of superlatives.

Hmmm… where to start? A diamond in the rough comes to mind… Stumbled on this place quite literally. I was at the local dive Bucky’s across the street washing my sins away and stepped out for a moment to notice this glowing store front. I probably wouldn’t have remembered to go in during business hours, but my wonderful girlfriend reminded me too. She loves the shop and of course and it has grown on me as well. Though I am beginning to get nervous about my girl friends addiction to this place. Although, the house has taken a turn for the better. Good stuff here for sure. I think the owner’s name is melisa maybe? Sorry, if I messed that one up. Either way she is good lady to get to know and definitely will look out for your budget if that is a concern. Check this spot out yall!

I’ve now been to Apartment 46, in San Mateo, 3 times in the last 2 weeks. I first went for my mom then found my self buying flowers for my grandmother and girlfriend. The building itself is awesome let alone the product, staff, location, and service. All I had to do was describe who I was getting flowers for and the nice girl working there did the rest. When it came time to pick the flowers up I was blown away, each arrangement was unique and tailored to the recipients personality. No more supermarket flowers for me, I’ll be back.

This is a new little botique in San Mateo. It is full of unique home décor. Please ask the owner to custom arrange you a vase filled with gorgeous flowers. She is very creative and personable. I am so glad this store opened in my neighborhood.

This place is awesome! A great boutique full of great things for the home and other surprises. Fabulous custom made flower arangements and planters… among MANY other things. You HAVE to check it out — things are ALWAYS changing and there is always something new. Candles, Cards, Gifts, everything you can think of. Such a beautiful store.
Hours: W, T, Sat 12 — 7pm, Sun 12 — 6pm other days by appt