
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (61 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canal Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Canal Waterfront Studio Apartments | $2,241 | $1,625 | $3,146 |
Canal Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,014 | $2,200 | $4,455 |
Canal Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,692 | $1,250 | $5,795 |
Canal Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,896 | $3,386 | $7,711 |
Canal Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,475 | $7,950 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Canal Waterfront Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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Largest Available Canal Waterfront Studio Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Park Hill | 1X1AR | 440 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | 329 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
Cheapest Available Canal Waterfront Studio Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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215 Bayview Apartments | Studio | $1,950 |
Park Hill | 1X1AR | $2,395 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCanal Waterfront, San Rafael, CA
Ranked #33
Among neighborhoods in San Rafael, CA 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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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Canal Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Canal Waterfront with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Canal Waterfront is at 215 Bayview Apartments listed at $1,950.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Canal Waterfront Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Canal Waterfront is $2,241.
What is the largest available Studio Canal Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Canal Waterfront is a 440 square feet unit starting from $2,395 at Park Hill.
What is the average size for Canal Waterfront Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Canal Waterfront is currently 393 sq ft.
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