
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Rafael Neighborhood of San Rafael, CA from $1,749 (5 Rentals)

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Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Rafael?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Downtown San Rafael Studio Apartments | $2,050 | $1,950 | $2,150 |
Downtown San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,694 | $1,749 | $3,900 |
Downtown San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,606 | $2,464 | $5,500 |
Downtown San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,854 | $3,386 | $4,697 |
Downtown San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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Getting Around the Downtown San Rafael Neighborhood in San Rafael, CA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Rafael Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown San Rafael?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown San Rafael is Sommerhill Townhouses which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in Downtown San Rafael costs $4,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown San Rafael?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Downtown San Rafael that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown San Rafael?
Cheap apartments in Downtown San Rafael have an average cost of $411 which is $3,789 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown San Rafael.
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