
Apartments for Rent in the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (487 Rentals)


Prospect Hill Apartments

33 North Apartments

Second & B Street

One55 Lofts

1 H St

West End Villas

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215 Bayview Apartments
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332 Bayview St, Unit A: Loft Cottage, Unit A: Loft Cottage

Furnished Studio-San Rafael - Francisco Blvd East

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120 Coleman Dr, Unit SI ID1305070P

12 Pacheco St, Unit 5

490 Canal St, Unit 17

1959-1961 Fifth Ave

1821 Lincoln Ave

107 G St

69 Point San Pedro Rd

16 Harbor View Ct
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42 Billou St

130 Auburn St

135 Nantucket Cove

10 E Crescent Dr

34 Bayharbor Wy

165 Main Dr

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Finch at Larkspur

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Larkspur Courts

Aqua Vista

Woodlark Residences
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Skylark Apartments

170 Upper Via Casitas

173 Lower Via Casitas

21 Elm Ave

Riviera Apartments

1012 Irwin

Marina Village Apartments

111 Laurel Pl

320 C St

Hammondale

49 Harbor St

27 Harbor St

575 Canal St

565 Canal St

540 Canal St

534 Canal St

530 Canal St

516 Canal St

509 Canal St

11-19 Mooring Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canal Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canal Waterfront Studio Apartments | $2,400 | $1,895 | $3,599 |
| Canal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,373 | $2,195 | $6,673 |
| Canal Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $2,600 | $4,750 |
| Canal Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,255 | $3,747 | $8,801 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCanal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #7
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
James B. Davidson Middle
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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
How much are Studio apartments in Canal Waterfront?
There are currently 192 Studio Apartments in Canal Waterfront with rent ranges from $1,895 to $3,599 with an average price of $2,400.
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 $6,673 with an average monthly rent of $3,373.
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 $4,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,858.
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