Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Commercial Center Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,900 (14 Rentals)

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Northgate Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northgate Apartments

825 Las Gallinas AveSan Rafael, CA 94903
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Terra Linda Manor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Linda Manor

101 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903

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Commercial Center, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Commercial Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Commercial Center area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Marinian Towers Apartments priced from $1,999. Park Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Commercial Center apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,999
Park Hill1X1ARStudio,1BA$2,195
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,199
33 North Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den1BR,1BA$2,379
Highlands of MarinOne Bedroom A1A-MMR1BR,1BA$2,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Commercial Center, CA

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Commercial Center area is the $2.06 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,379. The second greatest value Commercial 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 Commercial Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33 North Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Den1BR,1BA$2.06
Prospect Hill Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.64
24 La Vista Way, Unit 2424 La Vista Way2BR,1BA$2.90
Highlands of MarinLarkspur (B2A)2BR,2BA$3.71
McInnis ParkElder2BR,1BA$3.68
Deer Valley2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.71
The Oaktops Apartments2511BR,1BA$3.52
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
5 Vendola Dr, Unit In-law5 Vendola Dr1BR,1BA$3.39
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.22

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Commercial Center, San Rafael, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Commercial Center Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Commercial Center Apartment is $1,999 at Marinian Towers Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Commercial Center is starting from $2,629 at Marinian Towers Apartments.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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