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The Meridian
400 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Canal Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,800 (49 Rentals)
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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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460 Canal St
460 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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16 Charlotte Dr
16 Charlotte DrSan Rafael, CA 94901
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12 Woodland
12 Woodland AveSan 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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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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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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530 Canal St
530 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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534 Canal St
534 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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Sommerhill Townhouses
30 Novato StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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137 Canal St
137 Canal StSan Rafael, CA 94901
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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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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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$2,995 - $3,7951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Serenity at Larkspur
700 Lincoln Village CirLarkspur, CA 94939
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$3,280 - $7,2021 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Larkspur Courts
100 Old Quarry RdLarkspur, CA 94939
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Canal, San Rafael, CA Local Guide
Aerial view of the Canal Area in San Rafael, California, USA by Robert Campbell, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is licensed under Internal
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canal Studio Apartments | $2,837 | $2,350 | $3,325 |
| Canal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $2,464 | $4,325 |
| Canal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,664 | $2,850 | $4,790 |
| Canal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,358 | $3,800 | $5,100 |
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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 Serenity at Larkspur priced from $2,995. Larkspur Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,280. Here are the most affordable Canal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity at Larkspur | Voyager | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Larkspur Courts | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $3,280 |
| The Meridian | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Canal, CA
As of January 15, 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 Premium Model at Larkspur Courts starting at $4,325 with a $5.54 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. |
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| The Meridian | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Larkspur Courts | Sapphire Premium | 1BR,1BA | $5.54 |
| Serenity at Larkspur | Sandpiper | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Canal Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Canal?
The cheapest apartment in Canal is Serenity at Larkspur which is listed at $2,995, while the average apartment in Canal costs $4,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Canal?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Canal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Canal?
Cheap apartments in Canal have an average cost of $2,006 which is $2,089 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Canal.
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