Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Canal Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (49 Rentals)

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The Meridian

400 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Riviera Apartments

4 Point San Pedro RdSan Rafael, CA 94901

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16 Elaine Way

16 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901

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The Bayside Apartments

275 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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575 Canal St

575 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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163 Novato St

163 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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3757 Kerner

3757 KernerSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Canal Area Housing Improvement Program

23 Fairfax StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

460 Canal St

460 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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12 Woodland

12 Woodland AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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16 Charlotte Dr

16 Charlotte DrSan Rafael, CA 94901

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15 Marian Ct

15 Marian CtSan Rafael, CA 94901

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21 Marian Ct

21 Marian CtSan Rafael, CA 94901

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440 Canal St

440 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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540 Canal St

540 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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5 Elaine Way

5 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901

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3665 Kerner Blvd

3665 Kerner BlvdSan Rafael, CA 94901

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32 Front St

32 Front StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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4 Elaine Way

4 Elaine WaySan Rafael, CA 94901

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90 Louise

90 Louise StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Marina Village Apartments

149 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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565 Canal St

565 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Antoinette Apartments

3525 Kerner BlvdSan Rafael, CA 94901

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3777 Kerner Blvd

3777 Kerner BlvdSan Rafael, CA 94901

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171 Novato St

171 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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534 Canal St

534 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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530 Canal St

530 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Sommerhill Townhouses

30 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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2 Bedroom Apartments

137 Canal St

137 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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1 Bedroom Apartments

150 Belvedere St

150 Belvedere StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Marina Apartments

55 Bahia WaySan Rafael, CA 94901

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219 Canal St

219 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Portofino Riviera

220 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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129 Canal St

129 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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The Riviera Apartments

455 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Baypoint Apartments

345 Catalina BlvdSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Sonoma Bell Apartments

10 Sonoma StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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55 Canal St

55 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Camelot Apartments

61 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Water Front Apartments

260 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Bridge View Apartments

211 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Island View Apartments

35 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Marian Court Apartments

16 Marian CtSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Bulletin Board Ashley Apartments

60 Fairfax StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Franciscan Court Apartments

90 Hoag AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Studio Apartments

95 Medway Rd

95 Medway RdSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Belvedere Place

162 Belvedere StSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Finch at Larkspur

700 Lincoln Village CirLarkspur, CA 94939

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$3,415 - $8,619

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Larkspur Courts

100 Old Quarry RdLarkspur, CA 94939

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Canal, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canal?

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Canal Studio Apartments	$2,906	$2,350	$3,462
Canal 1 Bedroom Apartments	$3,277	$2,430	$4,425
Canal 2 Bedroom Apartments	$4,094	$3,110	$5,930
Canal 3 Bedroom Apartments	$4,641	$3,850	$7,480

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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Canal Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.

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Cheapest Available Canal Apartments for Rent

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Canal area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Finch at Larkspur priced from $3,049. Larkspur Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,415. Here are the most affordable Canal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment Listing	Model Name	Bed/Bath	Priced From
Finch at Larkspur	Voyager	1BR,1BA	$3,049
Larkspur Courts	Sapphire	1BR,1BA	$3,415
The Meridian	3x2	3BR,2BA	$3,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Canal, CA

As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Canal area is the $3.62 price per square foot 3x2 Model at The Meridian in the in the Canal neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Canal apartment is the Sapphire Model at Larkspur Courts starting at $3,415 with a $4.37 price per square foot in the Canal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Canal apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment Listing	Model Name	Bed/Bath	Price Per Sq.Ft.
The Meridian	3x2	3BR,2BA	$3.62
Larkspur Courts	Sapphire	1BR,1BA	$4.37
Finch at Larkspur	Voyager	1BR,1BA	$3.95

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Canal Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Canal Apartment is $3,049 at Finch at Larkspur.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Canal is starting from $4,205 at Finch at Larkspur.

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