
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kentfield, CA from $1,500 (35 Rentals)
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215 Bayview Apartments

One55 Lofts

1821 Lincoln Ave

220 Marin St

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130 Spring Grove Ave, Unit ADU

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440 Canal St, Unit 2

1 H St
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Franciscan Manor

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231 Corte Madera Ave

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1 Castro St

Clock Tower Apartments

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1476 Lincoln

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The Meridian

1531 Sir Francis Drake Blvd
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West End Apartments

Park Hill

310 1st St

Rafael Town Center Apartments

195 Melville Ave

Madera Valley Apartments

1135 Grand Ave
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100 Wildomar St

451 Via Casitas

15 Bank St
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 | $2,787 | $1,975 | $3,599 |
| Cheap Kentfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $2,300 | $5,511 |
| Cheap Kentfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,245 | $2,027 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Kentfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,291 | $5,345 | $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 215 Bayview Apartments in the West End San Rafael neighborhood priced from $1,975. One55 Lofts in the East San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kentfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,350 |
| 310 1st St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,385 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,486 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Madera Valley Apartments | The Fayden | 1BR,1BA | $2,647 |
| 1135 Grand Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kentfield, CA
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kentfield area is the $2.82 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Kentfield apartment is the 2x1 Model at Skylark Apartments starting at $3,790 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the College Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Skylark Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| 440 Canal St, Unit 2 | 440 Canal St | 1BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 15 Bank St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 1135 Grand Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 310 1st St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kentfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kentfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kentfield Apartment is $2,300 at One55 Lofts.
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 $2,745 at 1135 Grand Ave.
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