
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Novato, CA (64 Rentals)


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Marion Park

OTAVON APARTMENTS

Villas at Hamilton

Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartment Homes

658 Olive Ave

Deer Park

1300 Olive Ave

Diablo Hills
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2nd Street Apartments

1125 2nd St

1304 Leafwood Dr

111 Carmel Ct

Minnalee Apartments

1137 3rd St

1321 Leafwood Dr

39 Jade Ct

1027 3rd St

1300 3rd St
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658 Hancock St

Oma Village

1028 3rd St

1016 3rd St

1320 Olive Ave

1040 6th St

1128 3rd St

1020 3rd St

1405 Park Ave

1309 Leafwood Dr
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1306 Leafwood Dr

19 Jade Ct

856 Sutro Ave

1313 Leafwood Dr

1323 Leafwood Dr

1132 2nd St

1133 3rd St

1040 4th St

Meadows Apartments

La Casa Novato

Hamilton Woods

Hill Valley Apartments

Walnut Grove Apartments

325 Rowland Blvd

Millworks

Novato Village Senior Apartments

729-733 Cherry St

Leafwood Apartments

Oak Apartments

Elm Court
Novato, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Novato?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novato Studio Apartments | $1,848 | $1,848 | $1,848 |
Novato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $2,089 | $3,108 |
| Novato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,068 | $2,395 | $3,636 |
| Novato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,550 | $3,550 |
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Novato 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: January 07, 2026There are currently 48 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Novato, CA that range in price from $2,089 to $2,645. Central Novato, Ignacio and Midwest Novato are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Novato with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Novato | 7 | $2,375 | $2,150 |
| Ignacio | 7 | $2,435 | $2,089 |
| Midwest Novato | 7 | $2,417 | $2,150 |
| San Ramon | 7 | $2,375 | $2,150 |
| Downtown Novato | 6 | $2,400 | $2,150 |
| Pleasant Valley | 6 | $2,400 | $2,150 |
| Loma Verde | 3 | $2,300 | $2,089 |
| Southeast Novato | 3 | $2,350 | $2,089 |
| Northwest Novato | 1 | $2,300 | $2,150 |
| Southwest Novato | 1 | $2,645 | $2,645 |
Largest Available Novato 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Novato, CA is found at Millworks in the Southeast Novato neighborhood and is 935 square feet priced from $3,186. Novato Village Senior Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 790 square feet and currently listed start at $3,345. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Novato:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millworks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A | 935 Sq Ft | $3,186 |
| Novato Village Senior Apartments | B6 | 790 Sq Ft | $3,345 |
| Wyndover Apartment Homes | A1 | 781 Sq Ft | $2,435 |
| Deer Valley | Plan 1A | 706 Sq Ft | $2,587 |
| McInnis Park | Birch | 698 Sq Ft | $2,725 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 650 Sq Ft | $2,576 |
| Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartment Homes | 1BR/1BA A | 650 Sq Ft | $2,645 |
| OTAVON APARTMENTS | 1x1 | 580 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| Villas at Hamilton | One Bedroom | 560 Sq Ft | $2,089 |
| 1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 485 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
Cheapest Available Novato 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Novato, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $2,089 at Villas at Hamilton in the Southeast Novato neighborhood. The second most affordable Novato 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1BA Model at 1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments starting at $2,150 in the Downtown Novato neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Novato is currently $2,575. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Novato:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villas at Hamilton | One Bedroom | $2,089 |
| 1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $2,150 |
| OTAVON APARTMENTS | 1x1 | $2,300 |
| Wyndover Apartment Homes | A1 | $2,435 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | $2,576 |
| Deer Valley | Plan 1A | $2,587 |
| Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartment Homes | 1BR/1BA A | $2,645 |
| McInnis Park | Birch | $2,725 |
| Millworks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan D | $3,161 |
| Novato Village Senior Apartments | B4 | $3,245 |
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Novato Overview
Novato, California, is located in the northwest area of California, just 30 minutes north of San Francisco. It's close to the Pacific Ocean as well as several National Forests. Apartments in Novato range from $1,475 for a studio, to $4,700 for a four-bedroom home. What's so great about living in Novato? We've got the scoop.
Why live in Novato, CA?
Novato has the perfect mix of past and present, city and nature. Historic landmarks include the Marin Museum of the American Indian and Olompali State Park which features the first Spanish colonial house built in Marin County. The Vintage Oaks Shopping Center includes major retailers such as Costco and Target, as well as over 50 other retail stores and restaurants. Major employers in the area include Novato Unified School District, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and the Buck Institute for Aging. For those who like to get out of their Novato apartments, there are over 3,600 acres of open space to explore including hiking and mountain biking trails, golf courses, a skate park, state parks, fishing, camping, and bird-watching areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Novato Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Novato Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Novato is $2,575.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Novato Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Novato is a 935 square feet unit starting from $3,186 at Millworks.
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