
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $1,900 (136 Rentals)
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412 Richmond Dr

Windwater Mills

Millbrae Paradise

18-20 Hazel Ave

130 San Juan Ave

105-107 Chadbourne Ave

432 Lincoln Cir

105 La Cruz Ave

200-210 Chadbourne Ave
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466 Richmond Dr

1451 Broadway

Donna Ngai Apartments

416 Richmond Dr

491 Richmond Dr

1391 Broadway

El Camino Apartments

Park Broadway

140 San Juan Ave

177 Capuchino Dr
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208 Santa Maria Ave

330 Richmond Dr

830 El Camino Real

424 Richmond Dr

432 Richmond Dr

10 Broadway

440 Richmond Dr

18 Willow Ave

487 Lincoln Cir

El Camino Apartments
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7 & 11 Vallejo Dr

346 Richmond Dr

135 Magnolia Ave

1010 Magnolia Ave

108 El Paseo

4 Berni Ct

Lincoln Manor

1050 Magnolia Ave

25 S Broadway

1375 Broadway
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516 Richmond Dr

1101 San Anselmo Ave

488 Lincoln Cor

483 Lincoln Cir

436 Richmond Dr

1460 Magnolia Ave

448 Richmond Dr

485 Lincoln Cor

512 Richmond Dr

270 Richmond Dr
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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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There are currently 136 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Millbrae Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Millbrae area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 412 Richmond Dr priced from $3,200. Hanover Burlingame has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,231. Here are the most affordable Downtown Millbrae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| Hanover Burlingame | S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,231 |
| Revery | AU1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,802 |
| One Adrian | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,916 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Millbrae, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Millbrae area is the $5.47 price per square foot B2A Model at One Adrian in the in the Mills Estates neighborhood starting from $6,576. The second greatest value Downtown Millbrae apartment is the Apt. 6 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 Downtown Millbrae apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Adrian | B2A | 2BR,2BA | $5.47 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Revery | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $5.98 |
| Hanover Burlingame | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $6.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA
Ranked #2
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 $3,699 at Hanover Burlingame.
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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