Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Civic Center Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA (26 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Civic Center area of San Rafael that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Civic Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Center Studio Apartments | $2,194 | $1,795 | $2,600 |
| Civic Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,894 | $2,246 | $9,014 |
| Civic Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,405 | $2,600 | $4,192 |
| Civic Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
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Most Pet Friendly Civic Center Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Civic Center area of San Francisco, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is West End Villas with prices starting from $3,300 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.4 of 4. McInnis Park scores the second highest with a 3.2 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,725. Here are the most Pet Friendly Civic Center apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Villas | 3.4/4 | Downtown San Rafael | $3,300 |
| McInnis Park | 3.2/4 | Smith Ranch | $2,725 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | 3.2/4 | Downtown San Rafael | $1,795 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 3/4 | Smith Ranch | $2,500 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Civic Center
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Civic Center of Civic Center is the 1X1AR Model at Park Hill, which is a Studio unit starting from $2,345. The second cheapest Civic Center Pet Friendly apartment is the One Bedroom 1 Bed unit at One55 Lofts starting at $2,396. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Civic Center apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Park Hill | 1X1AR | $2,345 |
| One55 Lofts | One Bedroom | $2,396 |
| The Oaktops Apartments | 253 | $2,500 |
| Highlands of Marin | Napa (A1A) | $2,586 |
| Clock Tower Apartments | 1 Br 1 Ba | $2,600 |
| McInnis Park | Birch | $2,725 |
| Second & B Street | Clay Model | $2,999 |
| Bella Vista (06/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | $3,295 |
| West End Villas | Plan 8 | $3,300 |
| Nova at Terra Linda | 2x1_Large | $3,350 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have children? Amongst all of the communities in San Rafael, Civic Center is now ranked as amongst the finest submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and access to the most respected schools for the kids to attend.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and outdoor amenities? this residential submarket is a highly-rated area for its many the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this part of San Rafael has established a name for itself as one of the best communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Civic Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Civic Center?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Civic Center is at Clock Tower Apartments listed at $1,795.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Civic Center Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Civic Center is $3,213.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Civic Center Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Civic Center is a 2,353 square feet unit starting from $3,995 at 33 North Apartments.
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