Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Anselmo, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
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215 Bayview Apartments

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1821 Lincoln Ave

Terra Linda Manor
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Anselmo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap San Anselmo Studio Apartments | $2,293 | $1,950 | $2,476 |
Cheap San Anselmo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,744 | $2,049 | $4,060 |
Cheap San Anselmo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,482 | $1,250 | $5,595 |
Cheap San Anselmo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,771 | $4,200 | $5,000 |
Cheap San Anselmo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,850 | $5,900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available San Anselmo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Anselmo, CA is a Studio unit found at Rafael Town Center Apartments in the Black Canyon neighborhood priced from $1,945. 215 Bayview Apartments in the West End San Rafael neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Anselmo apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Park Hill | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Anselmo, CA
As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Anselmo area is the $0.57 price per square foot 806 E St Model at 806 E St, Unit A in the in the West End San Rafael neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value San Anselmo apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments starting at $4,295 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Anselmo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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806 E St, Unit A | 806 E St | 2BR,2BA | $0.57 |
33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
Skylark Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.47 |
Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Rafael Town Center Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.02 |
Terra Linda Manor | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
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San Anselmo Overview
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Getting Around San Anselmo, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Anselmo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Anselmo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Anselmo Apartment is $1,999 at One55 Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Anselmo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Anselmo is starting from $2,600 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Anselmo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Anselmo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marinian Towers Apartments and starts from $3,149.
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