
Cheap Apartments for Rent near San Quentin, CA from $1,300 (31 Rentals)
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Terraces at Nevin

Rumrill Place Apartment

1 Bed 1 Bath in Historical Building

Villas at Hamilton

215 Bayview Apartments

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The Meridian

1208 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

541 Nevin Ave

Sommerhill Townhouses

West End Apartments

South Knoll Apartments

Park Hill
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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 | $1,760 | $1,331 | $2,374 |
| San Quentin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,337 | $1,350 | $7,581 |
| San Quentin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,313 | $1,750 | $8,070 |
| San Quentin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,834 | $3,150 | $8,201 |
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Cheapest Available San Quentin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Quentin, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Rumrill Place Apartment in the San Pablo neighborhood priced from $1,750. Terraces at Nevin in the Cortez neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,755. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Quentin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumrill Place Apartment | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bath in Historical Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| 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 |
| One55 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,374 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio,1BA | $2,375 |
| Marin Properties | 1476 Lincoln 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Lone Palm Court Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Quentin, CA and Nearby
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Quentin area is the $3.25 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value San Quentin apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Black Canyon 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Vista Belvedere | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 45 Tamal Vista | 45 Tamal Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| VIA HOLON APARTMENTS | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Via Holon Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Quentin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Quentin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Quentin is at Villas at Hamilton listed at $1,848.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Quentin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Quentin Apartment is $1,755 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 Marinian Towers Apartments and starts from $3,150.
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