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How much does it cost to rent a home in Novato?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Novato 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,736 | $2,850 | $5,500 |
Novato 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,399 | $4,000 | $9,000 |
Novato 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $4,800 | $9,750 |
Novato 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
Novato 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,950 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Novato, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/20/2025Current apartment rentals in the Novato, CA area range in price from $1,495 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $4,453. The three Novato neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Loma Verde at $1,848, Ignacio at $1,848, and Downtown Novato at $1,495. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Novato Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Loma Verde | $2,400 | $1,848 | 6 |
Ignacio | $3,336 | $1,848 | 7 |
Downtown Novato | $3,550 | $1,495 | 7 |
Pleasant Valley | $3,550 | $2,100 | 5 |
San Ramon | $3,550 | $1,495 | 8 |
Southeast Novato | $4,350 | $1,495 | 9 |
Northwest Novato | $5,800 | $2,100 | 4 |
Central Novato | $6,000 | $1,495 | 10 |
Midwest Novato | $6,000 | $2,100 | 7 |
Southwest Novato | $6,000 | $2,375 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Novato Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Novato, CA is a Studio unit found at Villas at Hamilton in the Southeast Novato neighborhood priced from $1,848. Hill Valley Apartments in the Downtown Novato neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Novato apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
Hill Valley Apartments | PLAN B | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
325 Rowland Blvd | One Bedroom, Pets Welcome | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Novato, CA
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Novato area is the $2.23 price per square foot 2 Bedroom + Den 3 Bathroom Townhome Model at Millworks in the in the Southeast Novato neighborhood starting from $4,271. The second greatest value Novato apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Deer Valley starting at $3,367 with a $3.43 price per square foot in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Novato apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Millworks | 2 Bedroom + Den 3 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,3BA | $2.23 |
Deer Valley | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.43 |
Bridgecreek | Fieldstone | 2BR,2BA | $3.88 |
Hill Valley Apartments | PLAN B | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
325 Rowland Blvd | One Bedroom, Pets Welcome | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.62 |
McInnis Park | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
Marion Park | Esprit - Single Story with a patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Novato?
There are currently 149 Apartments for Rent in Novato, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,495 to $6,000. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Novato ranging from $2,300 to $24,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Novato?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Novato ranges from $2,300 to $24,950 with an average monthly rent of $8,778.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Novato?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Novato range from $3,550 to $4,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,800.
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