
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Mill Valley Neighborhood of Mill Valley, CA from $700 (90 Rentals)
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310 Laurel Way, Unit #2

9 Locust Ave, Unit 9B

Tamal Vista Apartments

15-21B Bernard St

600 Edgewood Ave

45 Reed Blvd

200 Almonte Blvd

Tamalpais Commons

21-25 Millwood St
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55 Roque Moraes Dr

1 Shelley Dr

244 Corte Madera Ave

28 Gomez Way

233 Evergreen Ave

409 Maple St

45 Plaza Dr

9 Roque Moraes Ct

Strawberry Knoll Apartments

57 Sunnyside Ave
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402 Pine St

25 Roque Moraes Ct

193-197 Miller Ave

115 Walnut Ave

30 Central Dr

71 Sunnyside Ave

407 Maple St

150 Shoreline Hwy

53-59 W Blithedale Ave

384 Pine Hill Rd
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The Magnolias

61 Roque Moraes Dr

11-65 Ashford Ave

216 Miller Ave

177 Miller Ave

100 Reed Blvd

144-178 Corte Madera

461 Ethel Ave

76 Buena Vista Ave

9 Creek Ln
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305 Miller Ave

386 Pine Hill Rd

11-15 Elma St

49 Plaza Dr

58 Hill St

418 Throckmorton Ave

65 Summit Ave

2 Shelley Dr

149 Lovell Ave

208 Scott St
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Downtown Mill Valley, Mill Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Mill Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Mill Valley Studio Apartments | $2,006 | $1,995 | $2,018 |
| Downtown Mill Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,426 | $2,362 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Mill Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,529 | $2,995 | $3,800 |
| Downtown Mill Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $16,878 | $6,450 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Mill Valley Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trailhead Apartments at Tam Junction | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mill Valley, CA
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mill Valley area is the $4.10 price per square foot 9 Locust Ave Model at 9 Locust Ave, Unit 9B in the in the Strawberry neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Downtown Mill Valley apartment is the 310 Laurel Way Model at 310 Laurel Way, Unit #2 starting at $3,800 with a $4.63 price per square foot in the Strawberry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Mill Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Locust Ave, Unit 9B | 9 Locust Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| 310 Laurel Way, Unit #2 | 310 Laurel Way | 2BR,1BA | $4.63 |
| Trailhead Apartments at Tam Junction | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.37 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Mill Valley, Mill Valley, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Mill Valley Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Mill Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Mill Valley is starting from $3,495 at Trailhead Apartments at Tam Junction.
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