Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Civic Center Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)

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1476 Lincoln
1 Bedroom Apartments

1476 Lincoln

1476 Lincoln AveSan Rafael, CA 94901

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Northgate Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northgate Apartments

825 Las Gallinas AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Civic Center, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Civic Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Civic Center area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at One55 Lofts priced from $1,907. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Civic Center apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1,907
Park Hill1x1B1BR,1BA$2,095
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Civic Center, CA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Civic Center area is the $2.94 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Civic Center apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Prospect Hill Apartments starting at $2,900 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Black Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Civic Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33 North Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den1BR,1BA$2.94
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.64
Lone Palm Court ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.74
Marinian Towers Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.92
Deer Valley2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.75
Nova at Terra Linda1x11BR,1BA$3.57
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
Highlands of MarinNapa (A1A)1BR,1BA$4.10
5 Vendola Dr, Unit In-law5 Vendola Dr1BR,1BA$3.39
One55 LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$4.01

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Rafael. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Civic Center Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Civic Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Civic Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Civic Center is at Park Hill listed at $2,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Civic Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Civic Center Apartment is $1,907 at One55 Lofts.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Civic Center is starting from $2,600 at Lone Palm Court Apartments.

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