Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mill Valley, CA from $700 (5 Rentals)

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The Fireside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Fireside Apartments

115 Shoreline HwyMill Valley, CA 94941
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mill Valley, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Mill Valley, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mill Valley Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Mill$3,925$1,89525
Tamalpais Park$25,000$1,89531

Cheapest Available Mill Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mill Valley, CA is a Studio unit found at Eagle Rock Apartments in the Strawberry neighborhood priced from $1,895. Marin Royal Apartments in the South Larkspur neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mill Valley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eagle Rock ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Marin Royal ApartmentsJunior Bottom Floor1BR,1BA$1,999
Madera Valley ApartmentsThe Fayden1BR,1BA$2,537

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mill Valley, CA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mill Valley area is the $9.58 price per square foot 4BD 4BA Model at The Cove at Tiburon in the in the Strawberry neighborhood starting from $25,000. The second greatest value Mill Valley apartment is the Mist Model at Preserve at Marin starting at $5,997 with a $4.39 price per square foot in the Strawberry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mill Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cove at Tiburon4BD 4BA4BR,4BA$9.58
Preserve at MarinMist2BR,2BA$4.39
Skylark Apartments3x23BR,2BA$3.35
Via Holon Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.52
Madera Valley ApartmentsThe Marin3BR,1.5BA$4.42
Bell Mt. TamA1E1BR,1BA$4.41
Strawberry Shores1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.95
Summit at SausalitoA21BR,1BA$4.87
Harbor PointStudio BStudio ,1BA$6.11
Eagle Rock ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$5.41

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Mill Valley Overview

Located just a dozen or so miles from the hub of San Francisco via the gorgeous Golden Gate Bridge, Mill Valley is a premium slice of Calfiornia real estate that is just waiting to be discovered. Offering coastal views of Richardson Bay, nearby scenic hills of Mount Tamalpais, and a local population of just aorund 13,000, this west coast locale combines small town charm with big city heart.

Why live in Mill Valley, CA?

For those desiring a relaxed and woodsy ambiance in the great state of California, it doesn't get more ideal than an apartment in Mill Valley. An impressive assortment of nature trails and public parks make it ideal for the outdoor types, and the city's strong history of the arts makes Mill Valley rentals in-demand for those desiring an abundance of cultural exploration.

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Getting Around Mill Valley, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mill Valley Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mill Valley?

The cheapest apartment in Mill Valley is Marin Royal Apartments which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in Mill Valley costs $14,462.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mill Valley?

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 6 regular apartments in Mill Valley 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 Mill Valley?

Cheap apartments in Mill Valley have an average cost of $970 which is $13,492 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mill Valley.

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