Senior Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, CA (11 Rentals)
Apartments for adults 55+ years of age in San Rafael with convenient services, and fun activities.
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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 Senior Studio Apartments | $2,295 | $1,625 | $3,146 |
San Rafael Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,854 | $1,999 | $5,932 |
San Rafael Senior 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,082 | $1,250 | $6,731 |
San Rafael Senior 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,474 | $3,386 | $7,995 |
San Rafael Senior 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,940 | $6,250 | $10,000+ |
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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.
Best Local Schools in San Rafael, CA
James B. Davidson Middle
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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
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 San Rafael
How much are Studio apartments in San Rafael?
There are currently 79 Studio Apartments in San Rafael with rent ranges from $1,950 to $3,146 with an average price of $4,529.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Rafael Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Rafael ranges from $1,999 to $5,932 with an average monthly rent of $2,854.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Rafael range from $1,250 to $6,731. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,082.
How expensive are San Rafael Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 107 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Rafael on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,386 to $7,995 - averaging $5,474 for the location.
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