Cheap Homes for Rent in the Rancho San Rafael Neighborhood of Glendale, CA from $1,600 (14 Rentals)

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property at 305 Geneva St
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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305 Geneva St

GlendaleCA91206
property at 1913 Eden Ave
$1,950

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Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1913 Eden Ave

GlendaleCA91206

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property at 533 E Lomita Ave
$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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533 E Lomita Ave

GlendaleCA91205
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Cheapest Available Rancho San Rafael Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho San Rafael area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Gem Glendale - Gem Glendale LLC priced from $1,395. Isabel Apartments, LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Rafael apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gem Glendale - Gem Glendale LLCBachelorStudio,1BA$1,395
Isabel Apartments, LLC0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
LA Colorado Terrace - A Senior 55+ Community0+1Studio,1BA$1,500
#6771BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,550
Elk VillasStudioStudio,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Rafael, CA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Rafael area is the $2.34 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Belmont Plaza Apartment in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Rancho San Rafael apartment is the 2-bedroom Model at 321 E Dryden St starting at $2,495 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the East Hollywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Belmont Plaza Apartment2 bedroom2BR,2BA$2.34
321 E Dryden St2-bedroom2BR,2BA$2.27
Villa D' Roga LLC2BD/2BT2BR,2BA$2.18
bel1441BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.26
sin1321BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.53
520 Naranja Dr, Unit 520 Naranja Dr520 Naranja Dr1BR,1BA$2.71
919 N Glendale Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.76
Aspen Apartments1Bd 1Ba1BR,1BA$2.76
1116 E Lexington Dr1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.73
134 N. Adams St. Glendale CA1Br/1Ba1BR,1BA$2.80

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Rancho San Rafael, Glendale, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho San Rafael

What type of rentals are currently available in Rancho San Rafael?

There are currently 1351 Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Rafael, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $6,995. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho San Rafael ranging from $1,600 to $22,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho San Rafael?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho San Rafael ranges from $1,600 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,990.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rancho San Rafael?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rancho San Rafael range from $3,350 to $4,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $14,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,197.

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