3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA (139 Rentals)

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property at 44 Mission Ave
$5,375

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Base Rent$5,375
Total Monthly Price$5,375
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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44 Mission Ave

San RafaelCA94901

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8 Laurel Pl
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8 Laurel Pl

8 Laurel PlSan 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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1851 2nd St
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1851 2nd St

1851 2nd StSan 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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33 Sunset Way
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33 Sunset Way

33 Sunset WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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2023 5th Ave
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2023 5th Ave

2023 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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16 Octavia St
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16 Octavia St

16 Octavia 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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833 Belle Ave
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833 Belle Ave

833 Belle AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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39 Mary St
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39 Mary St

39 Mary StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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209 1st St
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209 1st St

209 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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523 C St
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523 C St

523 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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4 Elaine Way
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4 Elaine Way

4 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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182 Mission Ave
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182 Mission Ave

182 Mission AveSan 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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11 Bungalow Ave
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11 Bungalow Ave

11 Bungalow 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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206-208 C St
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206-208 C St

206-208 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1841 Second St
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1841 Second St

1841 Second StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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5 Charlotte Dr
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5 Charlotte Dr

5 Charlotte DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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234 D St
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234 D St

234 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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8 Elaine Way
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8 Elaine Way

8 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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212 Woodland Ave
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212 Woodland Ave

212 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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239-243 Union St
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239-243 Union St

239-243 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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103 Ross St
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103 Ross St

103 Ross StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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105-109 Ross St
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105-109 Ross St

105-109 Ross StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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11 Woodland Pl
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11 Woodland Pl

11 Woodland PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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120 Park St
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120 Park St

120 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1710 Lincoln Ave
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1710 Lincoln Ave

1710 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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16 Charlotte Dr
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16 Charlotte Dr

16 Charlotte DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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27 Harbor St
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27 Harbor St

27 Harbor StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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San Rafael, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is found at Preserve at Marin in the Strawberry neighborhood and is 1,533 square feet priced from $7,402. Highlands of Marin in the Santa Venetia neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,400 square feet and currently listed start at $4,714. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Preserve at MarinDipsea1,533 Sq Ft$7,402
Highlands of MarinThe Marin (C2)1,400 Sq Ft$4,714
Skylark Apartments3x21,350 Sq Ft$5,215
Bell Mt. TamC2D1,307 Sq Ft$6,400
TidewoodC11,282 Sq Ft$7,676
Marinian Towers Apartments3BR/2.0BA1,200 Sq Ft$3,150
Terra Linda Manor3 Bedroom1,192 Sq FtCall for Rates
The Meridian3x2 Large1,175 Sq Ft$3,747

Cheapest Available San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 09, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Rafael, CA is the 3BR/2.0BA Model starting from $3,150 at Marinian Towers Apartments in the Santa Venetia neighborhood. The second most affordable San Rafael 3 Bedroom is the 3x2 Large Model at The Meridian starting at $3,747 in the Canal neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in San Rafael is currently $6,054. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in San Rafael:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments3BR/2.0BA$3,150
The Meridian3x2 Large$3,747
Highlands of MarinThe Marin (C2)$4,714
Skylark Apartments3x2$5,215
Bell Mt. TamC2C$6,375
Preserve at MarinDipsea$7,402
TidewoodC1$7,631

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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 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Rafael with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Rafael is at Marinian Towers Apartments listed at $3,150.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is $6,054.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 1,533 square feet unit starting from $7,402 at Preserve at Marin.

What is the average size for San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Rafael is currently 1,349 sq ft.

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