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

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451 Via Casitas
1 Bedroom Apartments

451 Via Casitas

451 Via CasitasGreenbrae, CA 94904
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property at 1821 Lincoln Ave

$2,315 - $3,195

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1821 Lincoln Ave

San RafaelCA94901

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45 Tamal Vista
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$2,595 - $3,045
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$2,595 - $3,045

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45 Tamal Vista

45 Tamal Vista BlvdCorte Madera, CA 94925
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property at 11 Valencia Ave

$3,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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11 Valencia Ave

San RafaelCA94901

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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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The Meridian
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meridian

400 Canal StSan 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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West End Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West End Apartments

1827 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Park Hill
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill

1747 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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310 1st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

310 1st St

310 1st StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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251 Miller Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

251 Miller Ave

251 Miller AveMill Valley, CA 94941
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Parc Marin
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Marin

1441 Casa Buena DrCorte Madera, CA 94925
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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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1135 Grand Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1135 Grand Ave

1135 Grand AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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15 Bank St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

15 Bank St

15 Bank StSan Anselmo, CA 94960

Greenbrae, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
1531 Sir Francis Drake Blvd0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$2,095
Park Hill1X1ARStudio,1BA$2,375
Rafael Town Center ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$2,424
251 Miller Ave251 Miller Ave - A1BR,1BA$2,495
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$2,500
1 H St1 bedroom1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.73
93 Medway Rd, Unit 93 Medway93 Medway Rd2BR,1BA$3.00
45 Tamal Vista45 Tamal Vista 2x12BR,1BA$3.42
Franciscan ManorApartment2BR,1BA$3.30
1 H St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.99
West End VillasPlan 82BR,1BA$4.13
1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit C1441 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$3.62
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$3.97
44 Ida St, Unit 44 Ida St44 Ida St1BR,1BA$3.67
130 Spring Grove Ave, Unit ADU130 Spring Grove Ave1BR,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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