
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Black Canyon Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (58 Rentals)
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33 North Apartments

111 Laurel Pl

Hammondale

1012 Irwin

1704 Lincoln Ave

Dominic Garden Apartments

22 N San Pablo Ave

415 Mission Ave

12 Laurel Pl
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24-28 La Vista Way

31 Valencia Ave

420 Belle Ave

17 Hillcrest Dr

260-264 278 Union St

2-2A Prospect Dr

1424 Lincoln Ave

Six Laurel Place

280-282 Linden Ln

239-241 Glen Park Ave
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166 Park St

1516 Lincoln Ave

1223 Grand Ave

410 Mission Ave

27 Stevens Pl

245 Union St

190 Park St

1454 Lincoln Ave

253 Union St

Acorn
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37 Pacheco St

114 Laurel Pl

918 Mission Ave

49-51 Valencia Ave

1358 Lincoln Ave

215-217 Union St

1446 Lincoln Ave

143 Park St

39 Pacheco St

417 Mission Ave
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124 Park St

1736 Grand Ave

239-243 Union St

4-Unit Multifamily & Development Site

1476 Lincoln

Rafael Town Center Apartments

Park Hill

Laurel Place Apartments

1440 Lincoln Ave

1477-1483 Lincoln
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Black Canyon, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Black Canyon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $2,195 | $6,158 |
| Black Canyon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,133 | $2,900 | $4,750 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Black Canyon Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Cheapest Available Black Canyon Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,455 |
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Black Canyon, CA
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Black Canyon area is the $2.64 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Black Canyon apartment is the Studio B Model at Rafael Town Center Apartments starting at $2,455 with a $4.98 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Black Canyon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBlack Canyon, San Rafael, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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