2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA (399 Rentals)

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111 Laurel Pl
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111 Laurel Pl

111 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1012 Irwin
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1012 Irwin

1012 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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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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27 Stevens Pl
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27 Stevens Pl

27 Stevens PlSan Rafael, CA 94901

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106 Union St
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106 Union St

106 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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310 Paloma Ave
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310 Paloma Ave

310 Paloma AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1105 Mission Ave
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1105 Mission Ave

1105 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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8 Laurel Pl
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8 Laurel Pl

8 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Maria B. Freitas
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Maria B. Freitas

455 Manuel T Freitas PkySan Rafael, CA 94903
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635 Belle Ave
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635 Belle Ave

635 Belle AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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171 Novato St
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171 Novato St

171 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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1242 4th St
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1242 4th St

1242 4th StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1851 2nd St
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1851 2nd St

1851 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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20 Green Way
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20 Green Way

20 Green WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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1470 Lincoln Ave
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1470 Lincoln Ave

1470 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Villa Marin
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Villa Marin

100 Thorndale DrSan Rafael, CA 94903
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37 Woodland Ave
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37 Woodland Ave

37 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1467 Lincoln Ave
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1467 Lincoln Ave

1467 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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12 Elaine Way
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12 Elaine Way

12 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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29 Leafwood Cir
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29 Leafwood Cir

29 Leafwood CirSan Rafael, CA 94901

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102 West St
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102 West St

102 West StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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23 Bayo Vista Way
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23 Bayo Vista Way

23 Bayo Vista WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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236 C St
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236 C St

236 C StSan 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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3 Leafwood Cor
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3 Leafwood Cor

3 Leafwood CorSan 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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10 Warner Ct
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10 Warner Ct

10 Warner CtSan 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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310 Bayview St
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310 Bayview St

310 Bayview StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Largest Available San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is found at Franciscan Manor in the West End San Rafael neighborhood and is 1,150 square feet priced from $3,350. Prospect Hill Apartments in the Black Canyon neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,100 square feet and currently listed start at $2,900. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Franciscan ManorTownhouse1,150 Sq Ft$3,350
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath1,100 Sq Ft$2,900
Finch at LarkspurCaspian1,096 Sq Ft$5,237
TidewoodB21,095 Sq Ft$5,321
Bell Mt. TamB2G1,081 Sq Ft$4,295
Skylark Apartments2x11,080 Sq Ft$3,860
Marinian Towers Apartments2BR/2.0BA1,024 Sq Ft$2,750
One55 LoftsTwo Bedroom987 Sq Ft$3,509
Nova at Terra Linda2x1_Large921 Sq Ft$3,375
Lone Palm Court Apartments2 Bedroom800 Sq Ft$2,800

Cheapest Available San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 24, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is the 2BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,629 at Marinian Towers Apartments in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. The second most affordable San Rafael 2 Bedroom is the San Pablo 2 Bed 2 Bath 1st Upgraded Model at Marin Properties starting at $2,795 in the Black Canyon neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in San Rafael is currently $4,080. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments2BR/1.0BA$2,629
Marin PropertiesSan Pablo 2 Bed 2 Bath 1st Upgraded$2,795
Lone Palm Court Apartments2 Bedroom$2,800
Franciscan ManorApartment$2,885
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath$2,900
Nova at Terra Linda2x1$2,995
45 Tamal Vista45 Tamal Vista 2x1$3,045
Alterra2x1$3,100
West End VillasPlan 8$3,300

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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 2 Bedroom San Rafael Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is $4,080.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 1,150 square feet unit starting from $3,350 at Franciscan Manor.

What is the average size for San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in San Rafael is currently 989 sq ft.

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