Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Novato Neighborhood of Novato, CA from $2,000 (23 Rentals)

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Hamilton Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Woods

1009 Green Oak DrNovato, CA 94949
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Redwood Landing
2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Landing

100 Cutlass DrNovato, CA 94947
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Posada East
2 Bedroom Apartments

Posada East

200 Posada del SolNovato, CA 94949
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La Casa Novato
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Casa Novato

450 Entrada DrNovato, CA 94949
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1623 Merritt Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1623 Merritt Dr

1623 Merritt DrNovato, CA 94949
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Pacheco Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacheco Villas

9 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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2 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Clay Ct

2 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949

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Cowbarn Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cowbarn Apartments

24 Cowbarn LnNovato, CA 94947
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30 Clay Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

30 Clay Ct

30 Clay CtNovato, CA 94949
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1323 Leafwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1323 Leafwood Dr

1323 Leafwood DrNovato, CA 94947

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401 Norman Dr
Studio Apartments

401 Norman Dr

401 Norman DrNovato, CA 94949
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1304 Leafwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1304 Leafwood Dr

1304 Leafwood DrNovato, CA 94947
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6 Kathy Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6 Kathy Ct

6 Kathy CtNovato, CA 94949
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Oma Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oma Village

5358 Nave DrNovato, CA 94949
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1321 Leafwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1321 Leafwood Dr

1321 Leafwood DrNovato, CA 94947

Southwest Novato, Novato, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Novato Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Novato area of Novato, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 325 Rowland Blvd priced from $2,599. Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,655. Here are the most affordable Southwest Novato apartments for rent in Novato, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
325 Rowland BlvdOne Bedroom, Pets Welcome1BR,1BA$2,599
Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartments1BR/1BA A1BR,1BA$2,655
Posada West Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$3,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Novato, CA

As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Novato area is the $2.70 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Posada West Apartments in the in the Southeast Novato neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Southwest Novato apartment is the One Bedroom, Pets Welcome Model at 325 Rowland Blvd starting at $2,599 with a $3.61 price per square foot in the Southeast Novato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Novato apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Posada West Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.70
325 Rowland BlvdOne Bedroom, Pets Welcome1BR,1BA$3.61
Crooked Oak at Loma Verde Preserve Apartments1BR/1BA A1BR,1BA$4.08

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Southwest Novato, Novato, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California including Southwest Novato, Novato, and the greater Novato area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Novato Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Novato Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Novato Apartment is $2,599 at 325 Rowland Blvd.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Novato Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Novato is starting from $3,100 at Posada West Apartments.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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