1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (242 Rentals)

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1012 Irwin
1 Bedroom Apartments

1012 Irwin

1012 Irwin StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Hammondale
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hammondale

5 Hammondale CtSan 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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Riviera Apartments
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Riviera Apartments

4 Point San Pedro RdSan 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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253 Union St
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253 Union St

253 Union StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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518 B St
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518 B St

518 B StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1242 4th St
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1242 4th St

1242 4th StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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27 Stevens Pl
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27 Stevens Pl

27 Stevens PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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417 1st St
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417 1st St

417 1st StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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258 Woodland Ave
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258 Woodland Ave

258 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111-115 G St
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111-115 G St

111-115 G StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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1811 Lincoln Ave
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1811 Lincoln Ave

1811 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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43 Marquard Ave
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43 Marquard Ave

43 Marquard AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111 Clayton St
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111 Clayton St

111 Clayton StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1401 Lincoln Ave
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1401 Lincoln Ave

1401 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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8 Laurel Pl
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8 Laurel Pl

8 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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166 Park St
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166 Park St

166 Park StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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417 Mission Ave
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417 Mission Ave

417 Mission AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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11 Woodland Pl
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11 Woodland Pl

11 Woodland PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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20 Sirard Ln
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20 Sirard Ln

20 Sirard LnSan Rafael, CA 94901
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177 Novato St
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177 Novato St

177 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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16 Octavia St
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16 Octavia St

16 Octavia StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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520 D St
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520 D St

520 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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251 S End Ave
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251 S End Ave

251 S End AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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333 G St
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333 G St

333 G StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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331 D St
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331 D St

331 D StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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2063-2069 5th Ave
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2063-2069 5th Ave

2063-2069 5th AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1704 Lincoln Ave
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1704 Lincoln Ave

1704 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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248 Laurel Pl
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248 Laurel Pl

248 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901
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25 Frances St
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25 Frances St

25 Frances StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Canal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Canal Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is found at 33 North Apartments and is listed at 861 square feet priced from $3,390. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
33 North Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den861 Sq Ft$3,390
Larkspur CourtsQuartz833 Sq Ft$3,390
451 Via Casitas1 Bed, 1 bath815 Sq FtCall for Rates
Aqua Terra Apartments1x1 - Larger777 Sq Ft$2,775
Serenity at LarkspurSandpiper708 Sq Ft$2,995
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom650 Sq Ft$2,350
Second & B StreetClay Plus Model640 Sq Ft$2,999

Cheapest Available Canal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Canal Waterfront of San Francisco, CA is the 1 Bed x 1 Bath Model starting from $2,325 at 215 Bayview Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Canal Waterfront is currently $3,102. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
215 Bayview Apartments1 Bed x 1 Bath$2,325
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom Loft$2,468
Aqua Terra Apartments1x1 - Larger$2,775
Serenity at LarkspurSandpiper$2,995
Second & B StreetClay Model$2,999
Larkspur CourtsSapphire$3,265
33 North Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den$3,390

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA

Ranked #10

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Canal Waterfront with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Canal Waterfront is at 215 Bayview Apartments listed at $2,325.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Canal Waterfront is $3,102.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Canal Waterfront is a 861 square feet unit starting from $3,390 at 33 North Apartments.

What is the average size for Canal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Canal Waterfront is currently 0 sq ft.

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