
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Millbrae Highlands Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $2,000 (66 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Millbrae Highlands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Millbrae Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,919 | $2,008 | $3,439 |
Millbrae Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,718 | $2,310 | $7,200 |
Millbrae Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,617 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
Millbrae Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,956 | $5,170 | $7,785 |
Millbrae Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Available Millbrae Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Millbrae Highlands 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 Millbrae Highlands 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 Millbrae Highlands, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Millbrae Highlands 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 Millbrae Highlands 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 Highlands 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 1BW | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
One Adrian | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.95 |
Aperture | B6 | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Millbrae Highlands, Millbrae, CA
Spring Valley Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Millbrae Highlands, Millbrae, CA
Spring Valley Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Millbrae Highlands Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Millbrae Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Millbrae Highlands is Crystal Springs Terrace which is listed at $2,516, while the average apartment in Millbrae Highlands costs $7,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Millbrae Highlands?
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 1 regular apartments in Millbrae Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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