
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $3,200 (61 Rentals)


412 Richmond Dr

Windwater Mills

18-20 Hazel Ave

140 San Juan Ave

Park Broadway

200-210 Chadbourne Ave

Donna Ngai Apartments

135 Magnolia Ave

1010 Magnolia Ave
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108 El Paseo

1375 Broadway

1050 Magnolia Ave

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18 Willow Ave

487 Lincoln Cir

424 Richmond Dr

432 Richmond Dr
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431 Richmond Dr

5 Broadway

483 Lincoln Cir

280 Richmond Dr

19 Broadway

304 Richmond Dr

485 Lincoln Cor

516 Richmond Dr

1101 San Anselmo Ave

488 Lincoln Cor
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436 Richmond Dr

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Waterstone Millbrae

375 Richmond Dr

6 Berni Ct

502 Richmond Dr

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The Magnolia of Millbrae

Pinedera
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One Adrian

1726 Sequoia Ave

142 Santa Lucia Ave

173 Santa Lucia Ave

1509 El Camino Real

157 San Diego Ave

141 San Juan Ave

149 Santa Maria
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Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Millbrae?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Millbrae Studio Apartments | $3,066 | $2,670 | $3,932 |
| Downtown Millbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,192 | $2,439 | $5,530 |
Downtown Millbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,496 | $3,200 | $7,636 |
| Downtown Millbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,551 | $5,608 | $9,108 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA
Green Hills Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Millbrae Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Millbrae Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Millbrae Apartment is $3,200 at 412 Richmond Dr.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Millbrae Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Millbrae is starting from $3,200 at 412 Richmond Dr.
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