Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,550 (35 Rentals)

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206 Ross Valley Dr, Unit A
$2,500
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Studio Apartment Available Sep 1

206 Ross Valley Dr, Unit A

206 Ross Valley DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Marina Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marina Apartments

55 Bahia WaySan Rafael, CA 94901
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1476 Lincoln
1 Bedroom Apartments

1476 Lincoln

1476 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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The Meridian
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meridian

400 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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West End Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West End Apartments

1827 2nd StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Park Hill
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill

1747 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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310 1st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

310 1st St

310 1st StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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1135 Grand Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1135 Grand Ave

1135 Grand AveSan Rafael, CA 94901
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111 Laurel Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

111 Laurel Pl

111 Laurel PlSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Finch at Larkspur
$3,668 - $6,083
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Finch at Larkspur

700 Lincoln Village CirLarkspur, CA 94939
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451 Via Casitas
1 Bedroom Apartments

451 Via Casitas

451 Via CasitasGreenbrae, CA 94904
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Canal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Canal Waterfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Canal Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 215 Bayview Apartments priced from $1,975. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here are the most affordable Canal Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
215 Bayview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Park Hill1x1A1BR,1BA$2,350
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,362
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$2,500
1 H St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,500
Marin PropertiesSan Pablo 2 Bed 2 Bath 1st Upgraded2BR,2BA$2,795
Franciscan ManorApartment2BR,1BA$2,885
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Canal Waterfront, CA

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Canal Waterfront area is the $2.46 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Canal Waterfront apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Canal Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33 North Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Den2BR,2BA$2.46
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.73
The Meridian3x23BR,2BA$3.57
242 D St, Unit D Street242 D St2BR,1BA$3.89
Franciscan ManorApartment2BR,1BA$3.30
Skylark Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.15
1 H St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.99
West End VillasPlan 82BR,1BA$4.13
1441 Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit C1441 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$3.48
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$3.97

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Canal Waterfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Canal Waterfront?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Canal Waterfront is at 215 Bayview Apartments listed at $1,975.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartment is $2,350 at Park Hill.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Canal Waterfront Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Canal Waterfront is starting from $2,795 at Marin Properties.

What is the most affordable Canal Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Canal Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Marin Properties and starts from $3,350.

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