
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Millbrae Meadows Neighborhood of Millbrae, CA from $1,900 (96 Rentals)
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130 San Juan Ave

140 San Juan Ave

466 Richmond Dr

432 Lincoln Cir

1451 Broadway

1391 Broadway

Donna Ngai Apartments

491 Richmond Dr

416 Richmond Dr
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208 Santa Maria Ave

177 Capuchino Dr

Park Broadway

440 Richmond Dr

1375 Broadway

4 Berni Ct

Lincoln Manor

487 Lincoln Cir

330 Richmond Dr

432 Richmond Dr
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7 & 11 Vallejo Dr

424 Richmond Dr

346 Richmond Dr

141 San Juan Ave

485 Lincoln Cor

436 Richmond Dr

1460 Magnolia Ave

516 Richmond Dr

448 Richmond Dr

431 Richmond Dr
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488 Lincoln Cor

512 Richmond Dr

483 Lincoln Cir

506 Richmond Dr

1 Berni Ct

208 Paramount Dr

132 Santa Helena Ave

216 Millwood Dr

1365 Broadway

496 Richmond Drive
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427 Richmond Dr

147 Capuchino Dr

124 Santa Helena Ave

1385 Broadway

149 Santa Helena Ave

1185 San Anselmo Ave

498 Lincoln Cir

167 Capuchino Dr

226-228 Millwood Dr

221 Paramount Dr
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Millbrae Meadows, Millbrae, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Millbrae Meadows?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrae Meadows Studio Apartments | $2,499 | $2,467 | $2,532 |
| Millbrae Meadows 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,672 | $2,672 | $2,672 |
| Millbrae Meadows 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,129 | $3,000 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Millbrae Meadows Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio B-BMR (Income Limit) | Studio,1BA | $2,467 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Millbrae Meadows, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Millbrae Meadows area is the $4.00 price per square foot Apt. 6 Model at 412 Richmond Dr in the in the Hungtinton Park neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Millbrae Meadows apartment is the Studio A-BMR (Income Limit) Model at Crystal Springs Terrace starting at $2,500 with a $4.80 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Millbrae Meadows apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 412 Richmond Dr | Apt. 6 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio A-BMR (Income Limit) | Studio ,1BA | $4.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Millbrae Meadows Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Millbrae Meadows?
The cheapest apartment in Millbrae Meadows is Crystal Springs Terrace which is listed at $2,526, while the average apartment in Millbrae Meadows costs $3,187.
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