Apartments for Rent in the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (492 Rentals)

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206 Ross Valley Dr, Unit A
$2,500
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206 Ross Valley Dr, Unit A

206 Ross Valley DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Finch at Larkspur
$3,668 - $6,083
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$3,668 - $6,083
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Finch at Larkspur

700 Lincoln Village CirLarkspur, CA 94939
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Tidewood
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$4,576 - $8,815
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100 Old Quarry RdLarkspur, CA 94939
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$4,750

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320 Via Casitas, Unit 207

320 Via Casitas
KentfieldCA94904

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Riviera Apartments
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Riviera Apartments

4 Point San Pedro RdSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1012 Irwin
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1012 Irwin

1012 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111 Laurel Pl
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111 Laurel Pl

111 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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320 C St
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320 C St

320 C StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Hammondale
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Hammondale

5 Hammondale CtSan Rafael, CA 94901
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49 Harbor St
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49 Harbor St

49 Harbor StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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27 Harbor St
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27 Harbor St

27 Harbor StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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575 Canal St
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575 Canal St

575 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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565 Canal St
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565 Canal St

565 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

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Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Canal Waterfront

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Canal Waterfront area of San Rafael, CA?

As of today, August 23, 2026, there are currently 492 available Canal Waterfront apartments priced from $1,975 to $8,201, with an average monthly rent of $3,743.

How much are Studio apartments in Canal Waterfront?

There are currently 187 Studio Apartments in Canal Waterfront with rent ranges from $1,975 to $2,869 with an average price of $2,517.

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 $2,190 to $4,816 with an average monthly rent of $3,495.

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 $2,750 to $6,226. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,007.

How expensive are Canal Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 80 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Canal Waterfront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,350 to $8,201 - averaging $5,456 for the location.

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