
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St Marys Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,600 (23 Rentals)
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Park Lafayette

1038 on Second

Redwood Creek Apartments

3608 Bickerstaff Rd

858 Rosedale Ave

3620 Bickerstaff Rd
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3543 Brook Street

712 Moraga Rd

Vanguard Apartments

The Meridian
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2101 Donald Dr
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Oak Terrace

1305 Boulevard Way
St Marys Estates, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St Marys Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Estates Studio Apartments | $2,040 | $1,960 | $2,200 |
| St Marys Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,419 | $1,895 | $3,599 |
| St Marys Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $2,195 | $6,440 |
| St Marys Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $3,204 | $3,215 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the St Marys Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available St Marys Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the St Marys Estates area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Morgan Apartments priced from $1,895. Park Lafayette has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,960. Here are the most affordable St Marys Estates apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,960 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,210 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Marys Estates, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Marys Estates area is the $3.32 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,487. The second greatest value St Marys Estates apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $2,515 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Marys Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Highlands | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St Marys Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St Marys Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St Marys Estates is under $3,609.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St Marys Estates?
The cheapest apartment in St Marys Estates is The Morgan Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in St Marys Estates costs $3,209.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St Marys Estates?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in St Marys Estates that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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