1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA (366 Rentals)

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320 C St
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320 C St

320 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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San Rafael Manor
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San Rafael Manor

1030 Los Gamos RdSan Rafael, CA 94903
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1012 Irwin
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1012 Irwin

1012 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Hammondale
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Hammondale

5 Hammondale CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Riviera Apartments
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Riviera Apartments

4 Point San Pedro RdSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111 Laurel Pl
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111 Laurel Pl

111 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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105 Canal Street
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105 Canal Street

105 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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49 Harbor St
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49 Harbor St

49 Harbor StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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415 Mission Ave
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415 Mission Ave

415 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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633 Mission Ave
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633 Mission Ave

633 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1219 Grand Ave
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1219 Grand Ave

1219 Grand AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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531 D St
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531 D St

531 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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417 1st St
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417 1st St

417 1st StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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177 Novato St
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177 Novato St

177 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1416 2nd St
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1416 2nd St

1416 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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460 Canal St
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460 Canal St

460 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1323 Irwin St
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1323 Irwin St

1323 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1553 Lincoln Ave
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1553 Lincoln Ave

1553 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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5 F St
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5 F St

5 F StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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10-24 Davenport Ct
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10-24 Davenport Ct

10-24 Davenport CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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417 Mission Ave
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417 Mission Ave

417 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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412 4th St
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412 4th St

412 4th StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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1607 5th Ave
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1607 5th Ave

1607 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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254-256 D St
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254-256 D St

254-256 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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90 Bayo Vista Way
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90 Bayo Vista Way

90 Bayo Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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106 Park St
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106 Park St

106 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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540 D St
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540 D St

540 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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808 A St
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808 A St

808 A StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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420 Belle Ave
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420 Belle Ave

420 Belle AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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San Rafael, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is found at Marinian Towers Apartments in the Santa Venetia neighborhood and is 800 square feet priced from $2,095. 9-11 Hillside Ave in the College Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 790 square feet and currently listed start at $3,850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA800 Sq Ft$2,095
9-11 Hillside Ave1 bedroom790 Sq Ft$3,850
TidewoodA1781 Sq Ft$4,606
1 H St1 bedroom780 Sq Ft$2,500
Finch at LarkspurVoyager772 Sq Ft$3,906
Bell Mt. TamA1C729 Sq Ft$4,105
The Oaktops Apartments251720 Sq Ft$2,635
Deer ValleyPlan 1A706 Sq Ft$2,927
McInnis ParkBirch698 Sq Ft$3,200
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom685 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 29, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,095 at Marinian Towers Apartments in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. The second most affordable San Rafael 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Lanai Apartments starting at $2,250 in the Terra Linda neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Rafael is currently $3,233. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA$2,095
Lanai ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,250
105 Canal Street1BR/1.0BA$2,295
215 Bayview Apartments1 Bed x 1 Bath$2,350
Park Hill1x1A$2,350
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom$2,390
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsOne bedroom$2,500
1 H St1 bedroom$2,500
Highlands of MarinNapa (A1A)$2,601

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San Rafael Overview

Known as 'the city with a mission', San Rafael is located in the northern bay area of California, just a hop and a skip from San Francisco and boasting a budding population of close to 60,000 residents. Flush with culture, nightlife and natural beauty to spare, this sunny locale is a winning destination for good reason.

Why live in San Rafael, CA?

With a great economic base thanks to local technology employers such as Comcast, Telltale Games and Stormfront Studios, San Rafael rentals are an excellent place to live and work. Offering plenty of that world-famous California weather, as well as a mouth-watering array of cuisine, this west coast hot spot is an ideal locale for a variety of lifestyles.

San Rafael, CA
Population: 58,704

Ranked #647

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Rafael Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Rafael with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Rafael is at Marinian Towers Apartments listed at $2,095.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is $3,233.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 800 square feet unit starting from $2,095 at Marinian Towers Apartments.

What is the average size for San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Rafael is currently 400 sq ft.

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