Cheap Apartments for Rent in Forest Knolls, CA from $1,600 (21 Rentals)

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The Meridian
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meridian

400 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West End Apartments

1827 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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20 Luna Ln

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Forest Knolls, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Knolls Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Knolls, CA is a Studio unit found at Villas at Hamilton in the Southeast Novato neighborhood priced from $1,848. One55 Lofts in the East San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,907. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Knolls apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villas at HamiltonStudioStudio,1BA$1,848
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1,907
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Marin Royal ApartmentsJunior Bottom Floor1BR,1BA$1,999
Marina Crossing ApartmentsS1 - StudioStudio,1BA$2,038

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Knolls, CA and Nearby

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Knolls area is the $3.18 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Skylark Apartments in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $4,298. The second greatest value Forest Knolls apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $3,395 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Knolls apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Skylark Apartments3x23BR,2BA$3.18
33 North Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den1BR,1BA$2.94
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.64
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Franciscan ManorApartment2BR,1BA$3.30
Via Holon ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$3.09
Wyndover Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$3.12
325 Rowland BlvdOne Bedroom, Pets Welcome1BR,1BA$3.30
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
Sommerhill Townhouses1 bd1BR,1BA$3.26

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Getting Around Forest Knolls, CA

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Knolls Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Knolls?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Knolls is at Villas at Hamilton listed at $1,848.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Knolls Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Knolls Apartment is $1,999 at Marin Royal Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Knolls Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Knolls is starting from $2,395 at Villas at Hamilton.

What is the most affordable Forest Knolls Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Forest Knolls Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meridian and starts from $3,895.

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