
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $1,200 (4 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Millbrae?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Millbrae 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
Downtown Millbrae 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,562 | $4,998 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Millbrae Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Millbrae, CA
As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Millbrae area is the $4.13 price per square foot A11 Model at One Adrian in the in the Mills Estates neighborhood starting from $4,540. The second greatest value Downtown 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 Downtown Millbrae apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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One Adrian | A11 | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
The Lamplighter Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Station 16 Apartments | Residence A7 | 1BR,1BA | $5.13 |
Hanover Burlingame | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $5.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Millbrae
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Millbrae?
There are currently 295 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Millbrae, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $7,692. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Millbrae ranging from $1,200 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Millbrae?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Millbrae ranges from $1,200 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,854.
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