
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Forest Knolls, CA from $1,600 (37 Rentals)
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315 1st St

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The Meridian

1208 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

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443 Center Blvd
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Theatre Square Apartments

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615 B St

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Forest Knolls, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Knolls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Knolls Studio Apartments | $2,057 | $1,848 | $2,401 |
| Forest Knolls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,223 | $2,089 | $7,581 |
| Forest Knolls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $2,395 | $8,050 |
| Forest Knolls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,072 | $3,150 | $10,000+ |
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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. 215 Bayview Apartments in the West End San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Knolls apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| OTAVON APARTMENTS | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Park Hill | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,401 |
| Theatre Square Apartments | Studio (Industrial Lofts) | Studio,1BA | $2,491 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Marin Properties | Redwood 1 Bed 1 Bath M 2nd | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Knolls, CA and Nearby
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Knolls area is the $3.42 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Forest Knolls apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $3,100 with a $2.82 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Deer Valley | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Marion Park | Liberte - 1 st floor with a patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Wyndover Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Theatre Square Apartments | Studio (Industrial Lofts) | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
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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 $2,089 at Villas at Hamilton.
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 Marinian Towers Apartments and starts from $3,150.
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