
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the St Marys Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)
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The Morgan Apartments

1038 on Second

Park Lafayette

Lafayette Oaks

858 Rosedale Ave
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3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3441 Golden Gate Way

Lafayette Patio Apartments

Ladera Apartments

940 East St

3543 Brook Street
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1029 Cavallero Ln

Vanguard Apartments

The Meridian

Sandpiper Apartments

1172 Saranap Ave

Flora
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Vio at Moraga

2038 Ascot Dr

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Birchwood Apartments

2101 Donald Dr

2076 Donald Dr
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Oak Terrace

1305 Boulevard Way

2067 Ascot Dr
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 | $2,125 | $1,750 | $2,250 |
| St Marys Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,559 | $1,895 | $3,596 |
| St Marys Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $2,195 | $6,440 |
| St Marys Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $3,204 | $3,215 |
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There are currently 27 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 Studio unit found at Redwood Creek Apartments priced from $1,750. The Morgan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable St Marys Estates apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,464 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,610 |
| Lafayette Oaks | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $2,894 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Lafayette Highlands | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3,739 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Marys Estates, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Marys Estates area is the $3.40 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,739. The second greatest value St Marys Estates apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $2,610 with a $3.01 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 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.54 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Lafayette Oaks | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $5.53 |
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Best Local Schools in St Marys Estates, Lafayette, CA
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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 $3,739.
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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