
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA (52 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Rafael that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Bella Vista (06/25)

33 North Apartments

One55 Lofts

The Meridian

The Oaktops Apartments

West End Villas

215 Bayview Apartments
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214 Marin St

827 Las Gallinas Ave

1821 Lincoln Ave

25 Bayo Vista Way

7 Lagoon Rd

808 A St

Northgate Apartments
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Park Hill

Rafael Town Center Apartments

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Marinian Towers Apartments

Deer Valley
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Serenity at Larkspur

Preserve at Marin

Larkspur Courts

Bell Mt. Tam

Skylark Apartments

Marin Royal Apartments

1738 Sir Francis Drake Blvd
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300 N Almenar Dr

34 El Cerrito Ave

690 Riviera Cir

Blue Rock and Larkwood Apartments

Woodlark Residences

Via Holon Apartments

Aqua Terra Apartments

Lanai Apartments
San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Rafael?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Rafael Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,295 | $1,625 | $3,146 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,854 | $1,999 | $5,932 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,082 | $1,250 | $6,731 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,474 | $3,386 | $7,995 |
San Rafael Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,940 | $6,250 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendliest San Rafael Apartments for Rent
The San Rafael Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is West End Villas in the Downtown San Rafael neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. The Oaktops Apartments in the Smith Ranch neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly San Rafael apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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West End Villas | 4/4 | Downtown San Rafael | $2,550 |
The Oaktops Apartments | 3.8/4 | Smith Ranch | $2,585 |
215 Bayview Apartments | 3.6/4 | Gerstle Park | $1,950 |
Highlands of Marin | 3.2/4 | Smith Ranch | $2,399 |
One55 Lofts | 3/4 | Downtown San Rafael | $2,493 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in San Rafael, CA
The lowest priced San Rafael apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at 215 Bayview Apartments in the West End San Rafael neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second cheapest San Rafael Pet Friendly apartment is the Junior Bottom Floor Model at Marin Royal Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $1,999 in the South Larkspur neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Rafael apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | $1,950 |
Marin Royal Apartments | Junior Bottom Floor | $1,999 |
Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | $2,410 |
One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | $2,493 |
West End Villas | Plan 7 | $2,550 |
The Oaktops Apartments | 251 | $2,585 |
Bella Vista (06/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | $3,050 |
Larkspur Courts | Sapphire | $3,335 |
33 North Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den | $4,095 |
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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.
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Getting Around San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly San Rafael Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in San Rafael?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in San Rafael is at 806 E St, Unit A listed at $1,250.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly San Rafael Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in San Rafael is $4,374.
What is the largest Pet Friendly San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in San Rafael is a 3,960 square feet unit starting from $10,000 at 7 Lagoon Rd.
What is the average size for San Rafael Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in San Rafael is currently at 1,176 sq ft.
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