Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Larkspur Neighborhood of Larkspur, CA from $1,600 (11 Rentals)

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Marina Apartments
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Marina Apartments

55 Bahia WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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West End Apartments

1827 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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East Larkspur, Larkspur, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Larkspur Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Larkspur area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 215 Bayview Apartments priced from $1,950. Marin Royal Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable East Larkspur apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Marin Royal ApartmentsJunior Bottom Floor1BR,1BA$1,999
Sommerhill Townhouses1 bd1BR,1BA$2,200
Rafael Town Center ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$2,366
Madera Valley ApartmentsThe Fayden1BR,1BA$2,537

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Larkspur, CA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Larkspur area is the $4.39 price per square foot Mist Model at Preserve at Marin in the in the Strawberry neighborhood starting from $5,997. The second greatest value East Larkspur apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Via Holon Apartments starting at $3,025 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Larkspur apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Preserve at MarinMist2BR,2BA$4.39
Via Holon Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.52
Madera Valley ApartmentsThe Marin3BR,1.5BA$4.42
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Serenity at LarkspurMariner2BR,2BA$3.91
One55 LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.53
Bell Mt. TamA1E1BR,1BA$4.50
Larkspur CourtsEmerald1BR,1BA$4.50
Sommerhill Townhouses1 bd1BR,1BA$3.26
Rafael Town Center ApartmentsStudio AStudio ,1BA$4.48

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including East Larkspur, Larkspur, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Larkspur Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Larkspur?

The cheapest apartment in East Larkspur is Marin Royal Apartments which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in East Larkspur costs $6,100.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Larkspur?

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 17 regular apartments in East Larkspur that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Larkspur?

Cheap apartments in East Larkspur have an average cost of $644 which is $5,456 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Larkspur.

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