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El GranadaCA94018
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Daly CityCA94015
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Millbrae?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Millbrae 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,114 | $3,600 | $6,500 |
| Millbrae 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,680 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
| Millbrae 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,023 | $6,295 | $8,000 |
| Millbrae 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,750 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
| Millbrae 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,866 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Millbrae Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Millbrae, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community in the Westborough neighborhood priced from $2,295. Crystal Springs Terrace in the Pacific Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Millbrae apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio B-BMR (Income Limit) | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA and Nearby
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Millbrae area is the $4.02 price per square foot C6 Model at Aperture in the in the Hungtinton Park neighborhood starting from $5,517. The second greatest value Millbrae apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Lamplighter Apartments starting at $3,650 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Mills Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Millbrae apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Aperture | C6 | 2BR,2BA | $4.02 |
| The Lamplighter Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| The Bower | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $4.67 |
| Avalon San Bruno | A1-953-1009 | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Anson | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.16 |
| Hanover Burlingame | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $5.43 |
| One Adrian | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.49 |
| Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio A-BMR (Income Limit) | Studio ,1BA | $4.80 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Millbrae?
There are currently 743 Apartments for Rent in Millbrae, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,799 to $9,108. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Millbrae ranging from $2,175 to $68,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Millbrae ranges from $2,175 to $68,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,040.
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