
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (86 Rentals)


9 Bungalow Ave

15 Octavia St

Marina Village Apartments

4 Elaine Way

16 Octavia St

12 Elaine Way

177 Novato St

11 Woodland Pl

234 D St
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212 Woodland Ave

5 Elaine Way

304-306 G St

The Dominican Townhomes

3737 Kerner Blvd

2-2A Prospect Dr

202-204 Laurel Pl

1422 Lincoln Ave

101 H St

633 Mission Ave
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1553 Lincoln Ave

163 Novato St

1841 Second St

142 Park St

39 Mary St

Marina Village Apartments

2023 5th Ave

105-109 Ross St

8 Elaine Way

171 Novato St
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Marina Village Apartments

523 C St

1710 Lincoln Ave

1354-1356 Lincoln Ave

103 Ross St

182 Mission Ave

833 Belle Ave

Flores Apartments

33 Sunset Way

120 Park St
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1851 2nd St

440 Canal St

534 Canal St

27 Harbor St

23 Bayo Vista Way

11 Bungalow Ave

1517,-1519 5th Ave

423 1st St

16 Charlotte Dr

509 Canal St
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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 | $2,518 | $1,975 | $2,869 |
| Canal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,504 | $2,190 | $4,816 |
| Canal Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,006 | $2,750 | $6,221 |
Canal Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,429 | $3,350 | $8,201 |
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Largest Available Canal Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the Canal Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is found at Skylark Apartments and is listed at 1,300 square feet priced from $5,215. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skylark Apartments | 3x2 | 1,300 Sq Ft | $5,215 |
| Tidewood | C1 | 1,282 Sq Ft | $7,116 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 Large | 1,175 Sq Ft | $3,747 |
| Marin Properties | La Brea 3 Bed 1 Bath 2nd | 860 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
Cheapest Available Canal Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit Canal Waterfront of San Francisco, CA is the La Brea 3 Bed 1 Bath 2nd Model starting from $3,350 at Marin Properties. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Canal Waterfront is currently $5,429. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Marin Properties | La Brea 3 Bed 1 Bath 2nd | $3,350 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 Large | $3,747 |
| Skylark Apartments | 3x2 | $5,215 |
| Tidewood | C1 | $7,116 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Canal Waterfront with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Canal Waterfront is at Marin Properties listed at $3,350.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Canal Waterfront is $5,429.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Canal Waterfront is a 1,300 square feet unit starting from $5,215 at Skylark Apartments.
What is the average size for Canal Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Canal Waterfront is currently 1,183 sq ft.
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