
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadow Glen Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $1,900 (81 Rentals)
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Meadow Glen, Millbrae, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meadow Glen?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Meadow Glen Studio Apartments | $2,919 | $2,008 | $3,439 |
Meadow Glen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $2,310 | $4,809 |
Meadow Glen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,579 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
Meadow Glen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,956 | $5,170 | $7,785 |
Meadow Glen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Available Meadow Glen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadow Glen area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Crystal Springs Terrace priced from $2,516. El Rancho Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,800. Here are the most affordable Meadow Glen apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Crystal Springs Terrace | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,516 |
El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Aperture | B6 | 1BR,1BA | $3,291 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence A1 Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $3,445 |
One Adrian | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3,560 |
2801 Hillside Dr | Single Family House | 4BR,3BA | $7,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadow Glen, CA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Meadow Glen 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 Meadow Glen 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 Meadow Glen 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 |
El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Crystal Springs Terrace | Plan 1AW | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
One Adrian | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.51 |
Aperture | B6 | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMeadow Glen, Millbrae, CA
Ranked #4
Among neighborhoods in Millbrae, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Meadow Glen, Millbrae, CA
Green Hills Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Meadow Glen, Millbrae, CA
Green Hills Elementary
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Getting Around the Meadow Glen Neighborhood in Millbrae, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadow Glen Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meadow Glen?
The cheapest apartment in Meadow Glen is Crystal Springs Terrace which is listed at $2,516, while the average apartment in Meadow Glen costs $7,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meadow Glen?
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 29 regular apartments in Meadow Glen 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 Meadow Glen?
Cheap apartments in Meadow Glen have an average cost of $7,500 which is $0 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Meadow Glen.
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