Cheap Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA from $1,799 (37 Rentals)

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El Rancho Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Rancho Apartments

1260 El Camino RealMillbrae, CA 94030
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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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Park Plaza
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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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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1312 El Camino Real
1 Bedroom Apartments

1312 El Camino Real

1312 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010
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Aperture Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aperture Apartments

400 San Mateo AveSan Bruno, CA 94066
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The Capri
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Capri

2005 Murchison DrBurlingame, CA 94010
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Skyline Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Skyline Terrace

3133 Frontera WayBurlingame, CA 94010
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$3,450
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
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3550 Carter Dr

South San FranciscoCA94080

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Cheapest Available Millbrae Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Millbrae, CA is a Studio unit found at El Camino Real in the San Bruno neighborhood priced from $1,799. Crystal Springs Terrace in the San Bruno neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,306. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Millbrae apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
El Camino RealStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,799
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio B-BMR (Income Limit)Studio,1BA$2,306
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom A11BR,1BA$2,325
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence S2 AffordableStudio,1BA$3,183
412 Richmond DrNo Vacancy2BR,1BA$3,200
Northpark1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$3,432
Hanover BurlingameS1Studio,1BA$3,963
One AdrianAU11BR,1BA$4,311
ReveryA31BR,1BA$4,498
AnsonA11BR,1BA$4,808

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Millbrae area is the $7.24 price per square foot A5 Model at Revery in the in the Mills Estates neighborhood starting from $5,882. The second greatest value Millbrae apartment is the No Vacancy Model at 412 Richmond Dr starting at $3,200 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Hungtinton Park 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.
ReveryA51BR,1BA$7.24
412 Richmond DrNo Vacancy2BR,1BA$4.00
AnsonA21BR,1BA$6.30
One AdrianA21BR,1BA$6.85
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom A11BR,1BA$3.70
Hanover BurlingameS1Studio ,1BA$6.58
Crystal Springs TerraceStudio A-BMR (Income Limit)Studio ,1BA$5.12
Northpark1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$6.65
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence S2 AffordableStudio ,1BA$6.17
El Camino RealStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$4.14

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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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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 El Camino Real listed at $1,799.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Millbrae Apartment is $2,325 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.

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 $2,835 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.

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