Cheap Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA from $1,400 (19 Rentals)

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824-828 El Camino Real
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

824-828 El Camino Real

824-828 El Camino RealSan Bruno, CA 94066
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1133-1129 Rhinette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

1133-1129 Rhinette AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Whitman Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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1726 Sequoia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1726 Sequoia Ave

1726 Sequoia AveBurlingame, CA 94010

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Park Plaza
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066

Millbrae, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Millbrae Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Millbrae, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes in the Burlingame Park neighborhood priced from $2,245. 2010 Trousdale Dr in the Mills Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,270. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Millbrae apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,245
2010 Trousdale DrGarden StudioStudio,1BA$2,270
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence S3Studio,1BA$2,601
412 Richmond Dr2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2,750
Crystal Springs TerracePlan 1B1BR,1BA$2,778

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA

As of September 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Millbrae area is the $4.22 price per square foot A11 Model at One Adrian in the in the Mills Estates neighborhood starting from $4,640. The second greatest value Millbrae apartment is the B1 Model at Acappella starting at $3,715 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the Westborough neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Millbrae apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One AdrianA111BR,1BA$4.22
AcappellaB12BR,2BA$3.40
412 Richmond Dr2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.84
ApertureC12BR,2BA$4.87
El Rancho Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$3.15
18 Linden Ave, Unit 218 Linden Ave2BR,1BA$3.86
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01
Hanover BurlingameS2Studio ,1BA$5.51
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence S7Studio ,1BA$5.15
2010 Trousdale DrGarden StudioStudio ,1BA$4.54

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Millbrae Overview

Located just west of the scenic San Francisco Bay region, Millbrae is a charming slice of west coast life. Home to around 25K residents and boasting an inviting ambiance all its own, this California city might just be one of its best-kept secrets.

Why live in Millbrae, CA?

Never far away from the gorgeous coastal beauty of California and offering unparallelled access to the heart of San Francisco, Millbrae rentals are an excellent way to discover the magic of the west coast. Local schools consistently earn high marks, and the city's close proximity to the San Fran Airport has yielded an abundance of hotels, restaurants and other amenities, all within easy reach of most Millbrae apartments.

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Getting Around Millbrae, CA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Millbrae Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Millbrae?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Millbrae is at 2010 Trousdale Dr listed at $2,270.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Millbrae Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Millbrae Apartment is $2,245 at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Millbrae Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Millbrae is starting from $2,750 at 412 Richmond Dr.

What is the most affordable Millbrae Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Millbrae Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at AMICI Apartments and starts from $3,500.

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