
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Greenbrae, CA from $1,500 (43 Rentals)
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451 Via Casitas

215 Bayview Apartments

Eagle Rock Apartments

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44 Ida St, Unit 44 Ida St

1821 Lincoln Ave

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130 Spring Grove Ave, Unit ADU

1 H St
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1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit C

Lone Palm Court Apartments

One55 Lofts

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45 Tamal Vista

406 Woodland Ave

Franciscan Manor

Prospect Hill Apartments

11 Valencia Ave
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120 Circle Ave, Unit Garden Apartment

San Rafael Rotary Manor

Casa Vista Apartments

Blue Rock and Larkwood Apartments

Clock Tower Apartments

Marina Apartments

1476 Lincoln

230 Villa Ave
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The Meridian

1531 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

1208 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

Sherwood Oaks

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Park Hill

310 1st St

Rafael Town Center Apartments

251 Miller Ave

Parc Marin

51 Grove St

Pine Lane Apartments

1135 Grand Ave
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100 Wildomar St

Madera Valley Apartments

15 Bank St
Greenbrae, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greenbrae?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Greenbrae Studio Apartments | $2,526 | $1,975 | $3,599 |
| Cheap Greenbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,323 | $2,200 | $4,501 |
| Cheap Greenbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,636 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Greenbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,992 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Greenbrae Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Greenbrae, CA is a Studio unit found at 215 Bayview Apartments in the West End San Rafael neighborhood priced from $1,975. 1531 Sir Francis Drake Blvd in the West San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Greenbrae apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| 1531 Sir Francis Drake Blvd | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,375 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,424 |
| 251 Miller Ave | 251 Miller Ave - A | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenbrae, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greenbrae area is the $2.73 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Greenbrae apartment is the 93 Medway Rd Model at 93 Medway Rd, Unit 93 Medway starting at $3,300 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the West San Rafael neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greenbrae apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 93 Medway Rd, Unit 93 Medway | 93 Medway Rd | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 45 Tamal Vista | 45 Tamal Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| West End Villas | Plan 8 | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| 1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit C | 1441 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 44 Ida St, Unit 44 Ida St | 44 Ida St | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 130 Spring Grove Ave, Unit ADU | 130 Spring Grove Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greenbrae Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenbrae Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenbrae Apartment is $2,350 at 215 Bayview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greenbrae Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greenbrae is starting from $2,800 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Greenbrae Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Greenbrae Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bell Mt. Tam and starts from $5,545.
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