Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pleasant Valley Neighborhood of Novato, CA from $2,100 (24 Rentals)

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Deer Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park

646 Canyon RdNovato, CA 94947
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1025 3rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1025 3rd St

1025 3rd StNovato, CA 94945

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7 Williamson Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

7 Williamson Ct

7 Williamson CtNovato, CA 94947
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1040 6th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1040 6th St

1040 6th StNovato, CA 94945
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1036 3rd St
Studio Apartments

1036 3rd St

1036 3rd StNovato, CA 94945
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1137 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1137 3rd St

1137 3rd StNovato, CA 94945
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1140 3rd St
Studio Apartments

1140 3rd St

1140 3rd StNovato, CA 94945
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1080 Simmons Ln
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1080 Simmons Ln

1080 Simmons LnNovato, CA 94945
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1128 3rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1128 3rd St

1128 3rd StNovato, CA 94945

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1045 5th St
Studio Apartments

1045 5th St

1045 5th StNovato, CA 94945
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4 Werner Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4 Werner Ct

4 Werner CtNovato, CA 94947
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39 Jade Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

39 Jade Ct

39 Jade CtNovato, CA 94945
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Elm Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elm Court

1145 Elm DrNovato, CA 94945
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1014 6th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1014 6th St

1014 6th StNovato, CA 94945

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Pleasant Valley, Novato, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pleasant Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pleasant Valley area of Novato, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments priced from $2,150. Wyndover Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,435. Here are the most affordable Pleasant Valley apartments for rent in Novato, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,150
Wyndover Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$2,435
BridgecreekFieldstone2BR,2BA$2,776
Marion ParkLiberte - 1 st floor with a patio2BR,2BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pleasant Valley, CA

As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pleasant Valley area is the $3.09 price per square foot Liberte - 1 st floor with a patio Model at Marion Park in the in the Downtown Novato neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Pleasant Valley apartment is the Verissimo Model at Bridgecreek starting at $3,079 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Novato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pleasant Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Marion ParkLiberte - 1 st floor with a patio2BR,2BA$3.09
BridgecreekVerissimo2BR,2BA$3.42
Wyndover Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$3.12
1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$4.43

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pleasant Valley, Novato, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pleasant Valley Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pleasant Valley?

The cheapest apartment in Pleasant Valley is 1221 Vallejo Avenue Apartments which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in Pleasant Valley costs $3,550.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pleasant Valley?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Pleasant Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!