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Downtown Mill Valley, Mill Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Mill Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Mill Valley Studio Apartments | $2,830 | $1,895 | $4,086 |
Downtown Mill Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,532 | $1,999 | $6,155 |
Downtown Mill Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,194 | $2,400 | $7,750 |
Downtown Mill Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,137 | $4,657 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Mill Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $19,025 | $5,550 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Mill Valley Neighborhood of Mill Valley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Mill Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Mill Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Eagle Rock Apartments priced from $1,895. Marin Royal Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mill Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Eagle Rock Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Marin Royal Apartments | Junior Bottom Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Trailhead Apartments at Tam Junction | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mill Valley, CA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mill Valley area is the $2.91 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skylark Apartments in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $3,439. The second greatest value Downtown Mill Valley apartment is the Mariner Model at Serenity at Larkspur starting at $4,052 with a $4.28 price per square foot in the South Larkspur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Mill Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Skylark Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
Serenity at Larkspur | Mariner | 2BR,2BA | $4.28 |
Via Holon Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Larkspur Courts | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
Trailhead Apartments at Tam Junction | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
Summit at Sausalito | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.09 |
Bell Mt. Tam | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
Strawberry Shores | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
Pineridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
Eagle Rock Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Mill Valley, Mill Valley, CA
Ranked #5
Among neighborhoods in Mill Valley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Mill Valley, Mill Valley, CA
Old Mill Elementary
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Getting Around the Downtown Mill Valley Neighborhood in Mill Valley, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Mill Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Mill Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Mill Valley is Marin Royal Apartments which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in Downtown Mill Valley costs $15,275.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Mill Valley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in Downtown Mill Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Mill Valley?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Mill Valley have an average cost of $976 which is $14,299 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Mill Valley.
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