
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $1,900 (136 Rentals)
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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 |
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Downtown Millbrae Studio Apartments | $2,994 | $2,250 | $3,833 |
Downtown Millbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,052 | $2,670 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Millbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,208 | $2,800 | $6,051 |
Downtown Millbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,927 | $3,500 | $7,898 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,270 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
AMICI Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Hanover Burlingame | S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,171 |
One Adrian | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $3,630 |
Revery | A3 | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
One Adrian | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $4.76 |
Revery | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
Hanover Burlingame | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $5.28 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Millbrae, Millbrae, CA
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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.
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