Cheap Apartments for Rent in Forest Knolls, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)

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Summit at Sausalito
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$2,414 - $3,636
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$2,406 - $3,628
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$2,414 - $3,636
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Summit at Sausalito

401 Sherwood DrSausalito, CA 94965
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Highlands of Marin
Rent Specials
$2,498 - $3,760
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$2,393 - $3,655
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$105

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$2,498 - $3,760
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Highlands of Marin

1001 Cresta WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Nova at Terra Linda
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nova at Terra Linda

175 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Park Hill
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill

1747 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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South Knoll Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Knoll Apartments

15 S Knoll RdMill Valley, CA 94941
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West End Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West End Apartments

1827 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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325 Rowland Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Rowland Blvd

325 Rowland BlvdNovato, CA 94947
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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. 1 H St in the West End San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. 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
1 H StStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Clock Tower Apartments1 Br 1 Ba1BR,1BA$1,995
Wyndover Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$2,099
1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,150
Nova at Terra LindaStudioRStudio,1BA$2,175
Park Hill1x1A1BR,1BA$2,185
One55 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$2,204
Theatre Square ApartmentsWaterfront StudioStudio,1BA$2,338

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

As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Knolls area is the $3.36 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at Deer Valley in the in the Santa Venetia neighborhood starting from $3,889. The second greatest value Forest Knolls apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $2,900 with a $2.64 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.
Deer ValleyPlan 3A3BR,2BA$3.36
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.64
The Meridian3x23BR,2BA$3.43
Madera Valley ApartmentsThe Shelby2BR,1BA$3.21
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Bella Vista (06/25)Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.47
Wyndover Apartment HomesB12BR,1BA$2.96
Marion ParkLiberte - 1 st floor with a patio2BR,2BA$3.09
451 Via Casitas1 Br 1 Ba1BR,1BA$3.53
Clock Tower Apartments1 Br 1 Ba1BR,1BA$2.85

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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 $1,995 at Clock Tower 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 Marion Park and starts from $3,550.

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