
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Civic Center Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)
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One55 Lofts
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Civic Center, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Civic Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Civic Center Studio Apartments | $2,155 | $1,790 | $2,400 |
Civic Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,653 | $1,907 | $3,900 |
Civic Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $2,600 | $5,500 |
Civic Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,894 | $4,089 | $5,700 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Civic Center Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,907 |
Park Hill | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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33 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
Prospect Hill Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
Lone Palm Court Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Marinian Towers Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Deer Valley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.75 |
Nova at Terra Linda | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
Terra Linda Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
5 Vendola Dr, Unit In-law | 5 Vendola Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
One55 Lofts | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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