Cheap Apartments for Rent in Greenbrae, CA from $1,500 (48 Rentals)

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451 Via Casitas
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451 Via Casitas

451 Via CasitasGreenbrae, CA 94904
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Aqua Terra Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aqua Terra Apartments

140 Lower Via CasitasGreenbrae, CA 94904
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$2,445 - $3,395

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1821 Lincoln Ave

San RafaelCA94901

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Parkside
$2,887
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 30

Parkside

101 Sunnyhills DrSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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Finch at Larkspur
$2,995 - $4,205
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Finch at Larkspur

700 Lincoln Village CirLarkspur, CA 94939
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Marina Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marina Apartments

55 Bahia WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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1476 Lincoln
1 Bedroom Apartments

1476 Lincoln

1476 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Sherwood Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sherwood Oaks

200 Bolinas RdFairfax, CA 94930
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Park Hill
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill

1747 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

Bay Living Like a Local: The Insider's Guide to Life and Renting in San Francisco, CA

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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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Pine Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Lane Apartments

1115 Sir Francis Drake BlvdKentfield, CA 94904
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Franciscan Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Franciscan Manor

201 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Greenbrae, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greenbrae Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Greenbrae, CA is a Studio unit found at 1 H St in the West End San Rafael neighborhood priced from $1,895. 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 Greenbrae apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1 H StStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Park Hill1X1ARStudio,1BA$2,225
One55 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$2,269
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2,600
Skylark ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,606
Woodlark Residences1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,608
Rafael Town Center ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$2,695
Newly Renovated Corte Madera Two Bedroom with Pool, Elevator, AC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenbrae, CA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greenbrae area is the $3.62 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Meridian in the in the Canal neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Greenbrae apartment is the 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd Model at 1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 1222 starting at $3,498 with a $3.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meridian3x23BR,2BA$3.62
1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 12221222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd2BR,2BA$3.50
83 Clark St, Unit 83B83 Clark St2BR,1BA$3.05
Madera Valley ApartmentsThe Shelby2BR,1BA$3.69
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Woodlark Residences2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$3.78
Aqua VistaB1-R2BR,1BA$3.28
Newly Renovated Corte Madera Two Bedroom with Pool, Elevator, AC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.65
1 H St1 bedroom2BR,1BA$3.59
West End VillasPlan 82BR,1BA$4.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greenbrae Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greenbrae?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greenbrae is at 1 H St listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenbrae Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenbrae Apartment is $2,275 at One55 Lofts.

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 $2,600 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 Madera Valley Apartments and starts from $3,568.

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