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

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1280 El Camino Real
1 Bedroom Apartments

1280 El Camino Real

1280 El Camino RealMillbrae, CA 94030
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395 Richmond Dr
Studio Apartments

395 Richmond Dr

395 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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Windwater Mills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windwater Mills

300 Murchison DrMillbrae, CA 94030

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502 Richmond Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

502 Richmond Dr

502 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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375 Richmond Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

375 Richmond Dr

375 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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130 San Juan Ave
Studio Apartments

130 San Juan Ave

130 San Juan AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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The Rollins
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Rollins

181 N Rollins RdMillbrae, CA 94030
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Millbrae Paradise
Studio Apartments

Millbrae Paradise

101-159 El Camino RealMillbrae, CA 94030
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18-20 Hazel Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

18-20 Hazel Ave

18-20 Hazel AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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6 Berni Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6 Berni Ct

6 Berni CtMillbrae, CA 94030
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The Magnolia of Millbrae
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Magnolia of Millbrae

201 Chadbourne AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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105 La Cruz Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

105 La Cruz Ave

105 La Cruz AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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466 Richmond Dr
Studio Apartments

466 Richmond Dr

466 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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432 Lincoln Cir
1 Bedroom Apartments

432 Lincoln Cir

432 Lincoln CirMillbrae, CA 94030
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950 Magnolia
Studio Apartments

950 Magnolia

950 Magnolia AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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416 Richmond Dr
Studio Apartments

416 Richmond Dr

416 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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491 Richmond Dr
Studio Apartments

491 Richmond Dr

491 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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1451 Broadway
Studio Apartments

1451 Broadway

1451 BroadwayMillbrae, CA 94030
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140 San Juan Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

140 San Juan Ave

140 San Juan AveMillbrae, CA 94030

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177 Capuchino Dr
Studio Apartments

177 Capuchino Dr

177 Capuchino DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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Park Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Broadway

1388 BroadwayMillbrae, CA 94030
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15 Broadway
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15 Broadway

15 BroadwayMillbrae, CA 94030
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1391 Broadway
Studio Apartments

1391 Broadway

1391 BroadwayMillbrae, CA 94030
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Pinedera
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pinedera

120 S El Camino RealMillbrae, CA 94030
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487 Lincoln Cir
2 Bedroom Apartments

487 Lincoln Cir

487 Lincoln CirMillbrae, CA 94030
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440 Richmond Dr
Studio Apartments

440 Richmond Dr

440 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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18 Willow Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18 Willow Ave

18 Willow AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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330 Richmond Dr
Studio Apartments

330 Richmond Dr

330 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030

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830 El Camino Real
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

830 El Camino Real

830 El Camino RealMillbrae, CA 94030
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424 Richmond Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

424 Richmond Dr

424 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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432 Richmond Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 Richmond Dr

432 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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10 Broadway
Studio Apartments

10 Broadway

10 BroadwayMillbrae, CA 94030
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108 El Paseo
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

108 El Paseo

108 El PaseoMillbrae, CA 94030
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1010 Magnolia Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1010 Magnolia Ave

1010 Magnolia AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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135 Magnolia Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

135 Magnolia Ave

135 Magnolia AveMillbrae, CA 94030
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346 Richmond Dr
Studio Apartments

346 Richmond Dr

346 Richmond DrMillbrae, CA 94030
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1050 Magnolia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Magnolia Ave

1050 Magnolia AveMillbrae, CA 94030

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Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Millbrae Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Millbrae area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 2010 Trousdale Dr priced from $2,270. Station 16 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,495. Here are the most affordable Downtown Millbrae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2010 Trousdale DrGarden StudioStudio,1BA$2,270
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence S1Studio,1BA$2,495
412 Richmond Dr2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2,750
El Rancho Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2,800
AMICI ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$2,850
Hanover BurlingameS1Studio,1BA$3,171
One AdrianA91BR,1BA$3,630
ReveryA31BR,1BA$3,806

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Millbrae, CA

As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Millbrae area is the $2.84 price per square foot 2 bed 1 bath Model at 412 Richmond Dr in the in the Hungtinton Park neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Downtown Millbrae apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at El Rancho Apartments starting at $2,800 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the Mills Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Millbrae apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
412 Richmond Dr2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.84
El Rancho Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$3.15
One AdrianA91BR,1BA$4.76
ReveryA11BR,1BA$5.48
Hanover BurlingameS3Studio ,1BA$5.28
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence S1Studio ,1BA$4.96
2010 Trousdale DrGarden StudioStudio ,1BA$4.54

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Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Millbrae Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Millbrae?

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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Millbrae Apartment is $3,291 at Station 16 Apartments.

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 $2,750 at 412 Richmond Dr.

What is the most affordable Downtown Millbrae Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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