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Cheapest Available Marin County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Marin County, CA is a Studio unit found at Villas at Hamilton in the Southeast Novato neighborhood priced from $1,848. 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 Marin County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villas at HamiltonStudioStudio,1BA$1,848
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,095
1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,125
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,255

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marin County, CA

As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marin County 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 Marin County apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 15 Bank St starting at $2,950 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the West End San Rafael neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marin County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.82
15 Bank St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.95
1222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Unit 12221222 Sir Francis Drake Blvd2BR,2BA$3.20
Marinian Towers Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.77
Marion ParkLiberte - 1 st floor with a patio2BR,2BA$3.09
Franciscan ManorApartment2BR,1BA$3.30
BridgecreekFieldstone2BR,2BA$3.41
1 H St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.99
1135 Grand Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.31
Wyndover Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$3.36

Frequently Asked Questions about Marin County

What type of rentals are currently available in Marin County?

There are currently 1275 Apartments for Rent in Marin County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,848 to $24,925. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Marin County ranging from $1,795 to $35,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Marin County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Marin County ranges from $1,795 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,415.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Marin County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Marin County range from $3,150 to $24,925, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,950 to $22,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,700.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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