
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $1,900 (8 Rentals)
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Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Millbrae?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Millbrae Studio Apartments | $2,828 | $2,045 | $3,612 |
Downtown Millbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,471 | $2,245 | $4,761 |
Downtown Millbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,417 | $2,950 | $5,828 |
Downtown Millbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,965 | $5,170 | $7,707 |
Downtown Millbrae 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Millbrae Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Millbrae area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes priced from $2,045. Station 16 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,461. Here are the most affordable Downtown Millbrae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,461 |
Crystal Springs Terrace | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,605 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Millbrae, CA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Millbrae area is the $3.26 price per square foot Single Family House Model at 2801 Hillside Dr in the in the San Mateo Park neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Downtown Millbrae apartment is the Plan 2C Model at The Bower starting at $5,536 with a $4.79 price per square foot in the North Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Millbrae apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2801 Hillside Dr | Single Family House | 4BR,3BA | $3.26 |
The Bower | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $4.79 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence A7 | 1BR,1BA | $5.13 |
Crystal Springs Terrace | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
One Adrian | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.89 |
Hanover Burlingame | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.01 |
Northpark | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $5.11 |
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Millbrae Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Millbrae?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Millbrae is under $7,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Millbrae?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Millbrae is Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,245, while the average apartment in Downtown Millbrae costs $7,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Millbrae?
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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Millbrae that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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