
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kentfield, CA from $1,500 (22 Rentals)
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1 H St

215 Bayview Apartments

511 D St, Unit Unit A, Unit Unit A

One55 Lofts

190 Union St, Unit B

The Meridian
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39 Cedar St

19 Library Place

San Rafael Rotary Manor

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21 Merrydale Apartments

Sommerhill Townhouses

76 Ryan Ave

Park Hill

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1722 Fifth Ave
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Kentfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kentfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Kentfield Studio Apartments | $2,399 | $1,895 | $3,511 |
| Cheap Kentfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $2,200 | $6,993 |
| Cheap Kentfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,923 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Kentfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,065 | $3,747 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Kentfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kentfield, 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 Kentfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 H St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,225 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kentfield, CA
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kentfield area is the $3.07 price per square foot 229 W End Ave Model at 229 W End Ave, Unit 2 in the in the West End San Rafael neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Kentfield 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 Kentfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 229 W End Ave, Unit 2 | 229 W End Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.07 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| 83 Clark St, Unit 83B | 83 Clark St | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Aqua Vista | B1-R | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 2 Prospect Dr | 2 Prospect Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Newly Renovated One and Two Bedroom Apartments in Corte Madera with Pool, Elevator, AC | 45 Tamal Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Skylark Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kentfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kentfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kentfield is at 1 H St listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kentfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kentfield Apartment is $2,350 at 215 Bayview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kentfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kentfield is starting from $2,600 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Kentfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kentfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Madera Valley Apartments and starts from $3,581.
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