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Station 16 Apartments
126 N Rollins RdMillbrae, CA 94030
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $1,900 (10 Rentals)
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El Rancho Apartments
1260 El Camino RealMillbrae, CA 94030
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Crystal Springs Terrace
2000 Crystal Springs RdSan Bruno, CA 94066
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2010 Trousdale Dr
2010 Trousdale DrBurlingame, CA 94010
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Northpark
1080 Carolan AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Millbrae Studio Apartments | $2,907 | $2,008 | $3,461 |
| Downtown Millbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,622 | $2,310 | $4,809 |
| Downtown Millbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,675 | $2,650 | $7,793 |
| Downtown Millbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,836 | $5,433 | $7,785 |
| Downtown Millbrae 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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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 Crystal Springs Terrace priced from $2,032. Northpark has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,625. Here are the most affordable Downtown Millbrae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,032 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Millbrae, CA
As of March 23, 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 $7,656 with a $6.63 price per square foot in the Mills Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2801 Hillside Dr | Single Family House | 4BR,3BA | $3.26 |
| The Bower | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $6.63 |
| El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| One Adrian | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.51 |
| Aperture | B6 | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
| Station 16 Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $3.89 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $5.05 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA
Green Hills Elementary
Millbrae Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (338)
8 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA
Green Hills Elementary
Millbrae Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (338)
8 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
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 Crystal Springs Terrace which is listed at $2,485, 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 174 regular apartments in Downtown Millbrae 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 Millbrae?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Millbrae have an average cost of $1,901 which is $5,599 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Millbrae.
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