
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shelter Ridge Neighborhood of Mill Valley, CA from $1,900 (66 Rentals)
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Strawberry Shores

Strawberry Waterfront Residence

45 Reed Blvd

200 Almonte Blvd

Tamalpais Commons

55 Roque Moraes Dr

1 Shelley Dr

115 Walnut Ave

30 Central Dr
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9 Roque Moraes Ct

29-31 N Knoll Rd

28 Gomez Way

45 Plaza Dr

25 Roque Moraes Ct

5-7 S Knoll Rd

Strawberry Knoll Apartments

49 Plaza Dr

61 Roque Moraes Dr

11-65 Ashford Ave
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100 Reed Blvd

2 Shelley Dr

8 Laverne Ave

35 Bay Vista Dr

20-24 Altamont Ave

34 Mesa Ave

915 E Blithedale Ave

110 Carlotta Cir

65 Shell Rd

20 Shelley Dr
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6 Shell Rd

1030 Redwood Hwy Frntg Rd

37 Valley Rd

35 Valley Rd

3 Walker St

3 Roque Moraes Ct

84 Alto Vista Ave

147 Carlotta Cor

29-31 Locke Ln

107 Stadium Ave
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105 Belvedere Dr

49 Roque Moraes Dr

239 Greene St

534 E Blithedale Ave

39 Roque Moraes Ct

14 Gomez Way

Shelter Bay Condos

10 Shelley Dr

Central Valley Homes Apartments

71 Roque Moraes Dr
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Shelter Ridge, Mill Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelter Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelter Ridge Studio Apartments | $2,006 | $1,995 | $2,018 |
| Shelter Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,134 | $2,362 | $7,187 |
| Shelter Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,636 | $3,350 | $9,565 |
| Shelter Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $12,839 | $9,891 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Shelter Ridge Neighborhood of Mill Valley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Shelter Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shelter Ridge area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Strawberry Shores priced from $2,775. The Cove at Tiburon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $4,193. Here are the most affordable Shelter Ridge apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Shores | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,775 |
| The Cove at Tiburon | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $4,193 |
| Harbor Point | One Bedroom One Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $4,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelter Ridge, CA
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelter Ridge area is the $7.33 price per square foot B08 Model at The Cove at Tiburon in the in the Strawberry neighborhood starting from $9,565. The second greatest value Shelter Ridge apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath B Model at Harbor Point starting at $4,795 with a $6.23 price per square foot in the Strawberry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelter Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove at Tiburon | B08 | 2BR,2BA | $7.33 |
| Harbor Point | One Bedroom One Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $6.23 |
| Strawberry Shores | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
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Best Local Schools in Shelter Ridge, Mill Valley, CA
Strawberry Point Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelter Ridge Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelter Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelter Ridge Apartment is $2,775 at Strawberry Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelter Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelter Ridge is starting from $5,200 at The Cove at Tiburon.
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