Cheap Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA from $1,400 (16 Rentals)

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824-828 El Camino Real
2 Bedroom Apartments

824-828 El Camino Real

824-828 El Camino RealSan Bruno, CA 94066
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1133-1129 Rhinette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

1133-1129 Rhinette AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Whitman Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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1726 Sequoia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1726 Sequoia Ave

1726 Sequoia AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Park Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066

Millbrae, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Millbrae Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Millbrae, CA is a Studio unit found at Crystal Springs Terrace in the Pacific Heights neighborhood priced from $2,000. Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community in the Westborough neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,135. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Millbrae apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio AStudio,1BA$2,000
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,135
Skycrest Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,465
2010 Trousdale DrGarden 1/11BR,1BA$2,495
NorthparkStudio BStudio,1BA$2,517

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA

As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Millbrae area is the $2.95 price per square foot Garden 3/2.5 Model at 2010 Trousdale Dr in the in the Hungtinton Park neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Millbrae apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at El Rancho Apartments starting at $2,800 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the San Mateo Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Millbrae apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2010 Trousdale DrGarden 3/2.53BR,2.5BA$2.95
El Rancho Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$3.15
AnsonA2-PH1BR,1BA$4.96
Skycrest Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.33
AcappellaA11BR,1BA$3.86
Crystal Springs TerracePlan 1AR1BR,1BA$4.01
ApertureB61BR,1BA$4.98
1224 El Camino Real, Unit 41224 El Camino Real1BR,1BA$3.69
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.38
853 Commodore Dr, Unit FL5-ID583853 Commodore Dr1BR,1BA$4.67

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Millbrae Overview

Located just west of the scenic San Francisco Bay region, Millbrae is a charming slice of west coast life. Home to around 25K residents and boasting an inviting ambiance all its own, this California city might just be one of its best-kept secrets.

Why live in Millbrae, CA?

Never far away from the gorgeous coastal beauty of California and offering unparallelled access to the heart of San Francisco, Millbrae rentals are an excellent way to discover the magic of the west coast. Local schools consistently earn high marks, and the city's close proximity to the San Fran Airport has yielded an abundance of hotels, restaurants and other amenities, all within easy reach of most Millbrae apartments.

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Getting Around Millbrae, CA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Millbrae Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Millbrae?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Millbrae is at Crystal Springs Terrace listed at $2,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Millbrae Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Millbrae Apartment is $2,135 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Millbrae Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Millbrae is starting from $2,737 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.

What is the most affordable Millbrae Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Millbrae Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Station 16 Apartments and starts from $5,170.

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