Cheap Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)

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824-828 El Camino Real
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
1 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Manor

2161 Whitman WaySan Bruno, CA 94066
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Park Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

2081 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

Millbrae, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Millbrae Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Millbrae, CA is a Studio unit found at The Lamplighter Apartments in the Mills Estates neighborhood priced from $2,000. Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community in the Westborough neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,135. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Millbrae apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lamplighter ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$2,000
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,135
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,245
Northpark1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2,645
Crystal Springs TerracePlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,680

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Millbrae area is the $2.88 price per square foot 718 1st Ave Model at 718 1st Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Avalon neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Millbrae apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at The Lamplighter Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Mills Estates 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.
718 1st Ave, Unit 1718 1st Ave1BR,1BA$2.88
The Lamplighter Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.24
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence A71BR,1BA$5.13
The BowerPlan 1D1BR,1BA$5.26
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01
One AdrianA71BR,1BA$5.24
Avalon San Bruno6351BR,1BA$4.80
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.38
Hanover BurlingameS2Studio ,1BA$5.21
Northpark1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$5.09

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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 The Lamplighter Apartments listed at $2,000.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Millbrae Apartment is $2,135 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 $2,737 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.

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