
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Quentin, CA from $1,300 (43 Rentals)
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Terraces at Nevin

Rumrill Place Apartment

147 W Richmond Ave.

Villas at Hamilton

215 Bayview Apartments

Eagle Rock Apartments

Marinian Towers Apartments
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Summit at Sausalito

1 H St

Lone Palm Court Apartments

Redwood Highways Apartments

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45 Tamal Vista

The Oaktops Apartments

Highlands of Marin

One55 Lofts
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Strawberry Shores

Woodlark Residences

Franciscan Manor

Prospect Hill Apartments

162 Santa Fe Ave

Blue Rock and Larkwood Apartments

Clock Tower Apartments
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Marin Royal Apartments

The Meridian

Nova at Terra Linda

1531 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

541 Nevin Ave

Sommerhill Townhouses

Park Hill

West End Apartments
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South Knoll Apartments

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Parc Marin

195 Melville Ave

Madera Valley Apartments

100 Wildomar St

Lyford Drive Apartments

Vista Belvedere
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San Quentin, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Quentin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Quentin Studio Apartments | $1,810 | $1,611 | $2,018 |
| San Quentin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,163 | $1,345 | $7,493 |
| San Quentin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,506 | $1,750 | $7,872 |
| San Quentin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,377 | $2,761 | $9,501 |
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Cheapest Available San Quentin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Quentin, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Nevin in the Cortez neighborhood priced from $1,508. Rumrill Place Apartment in the Devon Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Quentin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors Studio Type A | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
| Rumrill Place Apartment | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 147 W Richmond Ave. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
| 215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,425 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Redwood Highways Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Quentin, CA and Nearby
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Quentin area is the $2.46 price per square foot 312 Richmond Avenue Model at 162 Santa Fe Ave in the in the Atchison Village neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value San Quentin apartment is the Plan 3A Model at Deer Valley starting at $3,877 with a $3.35 price per square foot in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Quentin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162 Santa Fe Ave | 312 Richmond Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Deer Valley | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Skylark Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Highlands of Marin | Larkspur (B2A) | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Vista Belvedere | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Quentin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Quentin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Quentin Apartment is $1,717 at Terraces at Nevin.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Quentin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Quentin is starting from $1,750 at Rumrill Place Apartment.
What is the most affordable San Quentin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Quentin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Terraces at Nevin and starts from $2,761.
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