
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Novato Neighborhood of Novato, CA from $1,800 (22 Rentals)
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Downtown Novato, Novato, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Novato?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Novato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,358 | $2,300 | $2,434 |
Downtown Novato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,149 | $2,800 | $3,598 |
Downtown Novato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,550 | $3,550 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Novato Neighborhood of Novato, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Novato Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Wyndover Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,434 |
Millworks | 2 Bedroom + Den 3 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,3BA | $4,882 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Novato, CA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Novato area is the $2.57 price per square foot 2 Bedroom + Den 3 Bathroom Townhome Model at Millworks in the in the Southeast Novato neighborhood starting from $4,932. The second greatest value Downtown Novato apartment is the A1 Model at Wyndover Apartment Homes starting at $2,434 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Southeast Novato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Novato apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Millworks | 2 Bedroom + Den 3 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,3BA | $2.57 |
Wyndover Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Novato, Novato, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Novato, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Downtown Novato Neighborhood in Novato, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Novato Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Novato Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Novato Apartment is $2,434 at Wyndover Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Novato Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Novato is starting from $2,907 at Wyndover Apartment Homes.
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