Apartments for Rent in the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (479 Rentals)

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Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canal Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canal Waterfront Studio Apartments | $2,170 | $1,850 | $3,299 |
| Canal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,102 | $2,195 | $8,723 |
| Canal Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,706 | $2,600 | $5,540 |
| Canal Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,833 | $4,400 | $5,280 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCanal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #10
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA
Laurel Dell Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for North San Francisco, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Amongst all of the submarkets in San Rafael, this section of town has emerged as amongst the finest communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the best-rated education and schools available.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and outdoor amenities? this neighborhood is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area is one of the best-regarded luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, proximity to great shopping areas, gardens, nearby parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this section of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Canal Waterfront
How much are Studio apartments in Canal Waterfront?
There are currently 189 Studio Apartments in Canal Waterfront with rent ranges from $1,850 to $3,299 with an average price of $2,170.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Canal Waterfront ranges from $2,195 to $8,723 with an average monthly rent of $3,102.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Canal Waterfront cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Canal Waterfront range from $2,600 to $5,540. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,706.
How expensive are Canal Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 86 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Canal Waterfront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,400 to $5,280 - averaging $4,833 for the location.
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