Cheap Homes for Rent in Commercial Center Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $3,000 (4 Rentals)

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301 North Ave

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Commercial Center, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Commercial Center, CA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Commercial Center area is the $2.71 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 33 North Apartments in the in the Black Canyon neighborhood starting from $4,195. The second greatest value Commercial Center apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Deer Valley starting at $4,366 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Santa Venetia 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 Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.71
Deer Valley3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$3.77
Bella VistaTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.42
McInnis ParkBirch1BR,1BA$4.58
Highlands of MarinNapa (A1A)1BR,1BA$3.98
Marinian Towers Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.22
Terra Linda Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Commercial Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Commercial Center?

There are currently 26 Apartments for Rent in Commercial Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,189 to $5,795. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Commercial Center ranging from $3,000 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Commercial Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Commercial Center ranges from $3,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,348.

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