
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

2-2A Prospect Dr

1424 Lincoln Ave

260-264 278 Union St

Six Laurel Place

166 Park St

280-282 Linden Ln
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239-241 Glen Park Ave

1516 Lincoln Ave

1223 Grand Ave

410 Mission Ave

245 Union St

190 Park St

1454 Lincoln Ave

253 Union St

Acorn

37 Pacheco St
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114 Laurel Pl

918 Mission Ave

49-51 Valencia Ave

27 Stevens Pl

417 Mission Ave

215-217 Union St

1446 Lincoln Ave

124 Park St

143 Park St

39 Pacheco St
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1358 Lincoln Ave

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 | $3,940 | $2,300 | $7,026 |
| Black Canyon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,447 | $2,900 | $3,995 |
| Black Canyon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
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Cheapest Available Black Canyon Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,241 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Black Canyon, CA
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Black Canyon area is the $4.60 price per square foot Studio A Model at Rafael Town Center Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,241. The second greatest value Black Canyon apartment is the 1X1AR Model at Park Hill starting at $2,345 with a $5.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Town Center Apartments | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | Studio ,1BA | $5.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBlack Canyon, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #25
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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