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Novato, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Novato?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novato 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,689 | $2,850 | $4,100 |
| Novato 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,891 | $3,650 | $6,500 |
| Novato 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,206 | $4,950 | $10,000+ |
| Novato 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,133 | $4,950 | $7,450 |
| Novato 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,950 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Novato 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Novato, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Novato, CA area range in price from $1,599 to $6,200 with an overall median price of $4,460. The three Novato neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Loma Verde at $1,848, Ignacio at $1,599, and Downtown Novato at $1,599. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Novato Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Verde | $2,900 | $1,848 | 9 |
| Ignacio | $3,197 | $1,599 | 12 |
| Downtown Novato | $3,550 | $1,599 | 4 |
| Pleasant Valley | $3,550 | $2,300 | 3 |
| San Ramon | $3,550 | $1,599 | 5 |
| Southeast Novato | $4,800 | $1,599 | 10 |
| Central Novato | $6,200 | $1,599 | 7 |
| Midwest Novato | $6,200 | $1,599 | 7 |
| Southwest Novato | $6,200 | $2,345 | 6 |
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. Highlands of Marin in the Santa Venetia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,392. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Novato apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,392 |
| 325 Rowland Blvd | One Bedroom, Pets Welcome | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Novato, CA
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Novato area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2x1.5 Upper Townhouse Model at Posada East in the in the Southeast Novato neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Novato apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Posada West Apartments starting at $3,175 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Southeast Novato 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Posada East | 2x1.5 Upper Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.33 |
| Posada West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| McInnis Park | Dogwood | 2BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Bridgecreek | Verissimo | 2BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Deer Valley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Millworks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| 325 Rowland Blvd | One Bedroom, Pets Welcome | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartments | 1BR/1BA A | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
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There are currently 148 Apartments for Rent in Novato, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,599 to $6,200. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Novato ranging from $2,175 to $24,950.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Novato ranges from $2,175 to $24,950 with an average monthly rent of $9,840.
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