Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Quentin, CA from $1,100 (47 Rentals)

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Parkside
$2,887
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15

Parkside

101 Sunnyhills DrSan Anselmo, CA 94960
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Park Hill
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill

1747 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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West End Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West End Apartments

1827 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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South Knoll Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Knoll Apartments

15 S Knoll RdMill Valley, CA 94941
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Parc Marin
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Marin

1441 Casa Buena DrCorte Madera, CA 94925

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Deer Valley
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Valley

2500 Deer Valley RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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451 Via Casitas
1 Bedroom Apartments

451 Via Casitas

451 Via CasitasGreenbrae, CA 94904
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Franciscan Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Franciscan Manor

201 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Nova at Terra Linda
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nova at Terra Linda

175 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903

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Vista Belvedere
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Belvedere

65 Red Hill CirTiburon, CA 94920

San Quentin, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Quentin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Quentin, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 19 Cottage Avenue in the Atchison Village neighborhood priced from $1,345. Terraces at Nevin in the Cortez neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,459. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Quentin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
19 Cottage AvenuePrivate Room with Private Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,345
Terraces at NevinSeniors Studio Type AStudio,1BA$1,459
Rumrill Place Apartment2BR2BR,1BA$1,750
Villas at HamiltonStudioStudio,1BA$1,848
1 H StStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,095
One55 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$2,224
Park Hill1X1ARStudio,1BA$2,225
Highlands of MarinNapa (A1A)1BR,1BA$2,519

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Quentin, CA and Nearby

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Quentin area is the $2.67 price per square foot 312 Richmond Avenue Model at 162 Santa Fe Ave in the in the Atchison Village neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value San Quentin apartment is the Plan 2C Townhome Model at Deer Valley starting at $3,937 with a $3.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
162 Santa Fe Ave312 Richmond Avenue2BR,1BA$2.67
Deer ValleyPlan 2C Townhome2BR,2BA$3.50
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.64
Bella Vista (06/25)Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.47
Marinian Towers Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.77
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Aqua VistaB1-R2BR,1BA$3.28
Newly Renovated One and Two Bedroom Apartments in Corte Madera with Pool, Elevator, AC45 Tamal Vista 2x12BR,1BA$3.42
Nova at Terra Linda2x12BR,1BA$3.56
Terraces at NevinSeniors Studio Type AStudio ,1BA$3.57

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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 Terraces at Nevin listed at $1,459.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Quentin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Quentin Apartment is $1,345 at 19 Cottage Avenue.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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