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Greenbrae, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greenbrae Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Greenbrae, CA is a Studio unit found at Rafael Town Center Apartments in the Black Canyon neighborhood priced from $1,945. 215 Bayview Apartments in the West End San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Greenbrae apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rafael Town Center ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,945
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1,999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenbrae, CA and Nearby

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greenbrae area is the $0.57 price per square foot 806 E St Model at 806 E St, Unit A in the in the West End San Rafael neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Greenbrae apartment is the 3x2 Model at Skylark Apartments starting at $4,690 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the College Park 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.
806 E St, Unit A806 E St2BR,2BA$0.57
Skylark Apartments3x23BR,2BA$3.47
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.64
The Meridian3x2 Small3BR,2BA$3.33
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Serenity at LarkspurMariner2BR,2BA$3.91
Aqua Terra Apartments2x22BR,2BA$3.97
Rafael Town Center Apartments2 Bedroom 2A2BR,2BA$4.02
Sommerhill Townhouses1 bd1BR,1BA$3.26
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$4.26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greenbrae

What type of rentals are currently available in Greenbrae?

There are currently 738 Apartments for Rent in Greenbrae, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $17,500. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greenbrae ranging from $1,550 to $24,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Greenbrae?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Greenbrae ranges from $1,550 to $24,950 with an average monthly rent of $11,046.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Greenbrae?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Greenbrae range from $3,386 to $10,565, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,870 to $20,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,000.

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