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541 Nevin Ave

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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Quentin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Quentin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,327 | $2,200 | $6,900 |
| San Quentin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,371 | $4,950 | $10,000+ |
| San Quentin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,306 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
| San Quentin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,500 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
| San Quentin 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $26,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 San Pablo 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 |
| Villas at Hamilton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,848 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Quentin, CA and Nearby
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Quentin area is the $2.38 price per square foot 312 Richmond Avenue Model at 162 Santa Fe Ave in the in the Atchison Village neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value San Quentin apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $3,950 with a $3.42 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162 Santa Fe Ave | 312 Richmond Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Deer Valley | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Highlands of Marin | Larkspur (B2A) | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Vista Belvedere | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Franciscan Manor | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 1 H St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in San Quentin?
There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in San Quentin, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $10,545. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Quentin ranging from $1,900 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Quentin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Quentin ranges from $1,900 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,518.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.