
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Novato Neighborhood of Novato, CA from $1,500 (21 Rentals)
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481 Ignacio Blvd

998 Ignacio Blvd

198 Oriole Cir, Unit 198

La Casa Novato

521 Alameda del Prado

15 Hector Ln, Unit 15 Hector Lane
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475 Ignacio Blvd

541 Alameda del Prado

445 Ignacio Blvd

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80 Martin Dr
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Creekside at Meadow Park

Hamilton Woods

325 Rowland Blvd

Hillcrest Townhomes Apartment Complex

Posada East

Posada West Apartments

Millworks
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Southeast Novato, Novato, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Novato?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Novato Studio Apartments | $1,848 | $1,848 | $1,848 |
| Southeast Novato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,426 | $2,089 | $2,695 |
| Southeast Novato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,105 | $2,395 | $3,430 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southeast Novato Neighborhood of Novato, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Novato Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Novato area of Novato, CA is a Studio unit found at Villas at Hamilton priced from $1,848. Posada East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,850. Here are the most affordable Southeast Novato apartments for rent in Novato, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
| Posada East | 2x1.5 Upper Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Millworks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $3,293 |
| Redwood Landing | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $3,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Novato, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Novato area is the $2.66 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Redwood Landing in the in the Southeast Novato neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Southeast Novato apartment is the 2x1.5 Upper Townhouse Model at Posada East starting at $2,850 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Southeast Novato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Novato apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Landing | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Posada East | 2x1.5 Upper Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.38 |
| Millworks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Novato Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Novato?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Novato is Villas at Hamilton which is listed at $2,089, while the average apartment in Southeast Novato costs $3,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Novato?
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 3 regular apartments in Southeast Novato that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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